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Ukraine's Donetsk region seen as Russia’s gateway, not the ultimate prize in war

A Ukrainian serviceman with the Safari Unit of the Liut Brigade launches a reconnaissance drone at the frontline in the Donetsk region, Ukraine, on Sept. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Vasilisa Stepanenko) ...
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Ukraine fights to hold Eastern Donetsk, seen as Russia's gateway to further invasion

From a bunker in eastern Ukraine, the 33-year-old soldier asks her comrade to fly a reconnaissance drone over her childhood home, hoping for a final glimpse before it becomes just another city ...
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Satellite images show Russia's got a new front-line drone launch site that cuts Ukraine's reaction time but puts the base at risk

Russia built a new drone launch site at an airport in the occupied Donetsk region.Satellite image ©2025 Maxar Technologies New satellite imagery shows Russia has built several drone launchers on the ...
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Ukraine fights to hold Eastern Donetsk, seen as Russia’s gateway to further invasion

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. DONETSK REGION, Ukraine — From a bunker in eastern Ukraine, the 33-year-old soldier asks her comrade to fly a ...