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202221 minPGcurrent-affairs

Historical Events Warfare

The Battle for Bakhmut

202221 minPGcurrent-affairs

Bakhmut is a bloody vortex in Ukraine's fight against Russian forces, with thousands dead.

Historical Events Warfare

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The Battle for Bakhmut

2022• 21 minPG

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Bakhmut is a bloody vortex in Ukraine's fight against Russian forces, with thousands dead.

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Bakhmut stands as a bloody vortex in Ukraine's fight against Russian forces, with thousands dead from relentless attacks. VICE News embeds with soldiers, civilians, and frontline workers in the city, documenting their struggle to survive amid the ongoing violence. The situation in Bakhmut highlights the dire consequences of the conflict, as the city faces destruction after months of warfare. This report provides a firsthand look at the human cost of the battle and the resilience of those caught in the crossfire.

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