Russia Captures Vuhledar After Years of Fighting

Russian forces have taken control of the strategically significant town of Vuhledar in eastern Ukraine after over two years of intense fighting. Ukrainian troops withdrew to avoid encirclement and preserve personnel and equipment. Vuhledar, located at a vital intersection and on elevated terrain, had been a key defensive position for Ukraine. This capture allows Russia to potentially advance further into the Donetsk region, a critical part of the broader Donbas area that Putin aims to fully control. The fall of Vuhledar follows a series of Russian gains in the region, highlighting Ukraine's ongoing struggle against superior Russian military resources. Videos verified by various sources show Russian troops celebrating their victory by raising flags over the town's ruins.