Russia claimed Friday that its forces captured a fiercely contested salt mining town, in what would mark a rare victory for the Kremlin.
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There have repeatedly been conflicting reports over who controls Soledar. The Associated Press could not independently confirm either side’s claim. And Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said late Friday, “The tough battle for Donetsk continues. The battle for Bakhmut and Soledar, for Kreminna, for other towns and villages in the east of our state continues.”
White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby on Thursday also downplayed the significance of potential Russian gains in the area.
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