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Ukrainian soldiers of the 71st Jaeger Brigade fire a M101 howitzer towards Russian positions at the frontline, near Avdiivka, Donetsk region, Ukraine, Friday, March 22, 2024.

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Video. ISW: Russia planning major new offensive in Donetsk region in coming

Updated: 02/04/2024 - 19:23 GMT+2

A recent battalion-sized action that was repelled by Ukrainian forces gives an indication of Russia's new priorities.

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