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Russia intensifies assault in eastern Ukraine

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October 26, 2023

Kyiv has been reporting heavy fighting in the town of Avdiivka, near Donetsk. Despite heavy losses, Russia is continuing its efforts to capture the town. DW's Nick Connolly reports from the front line.

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