Recent reports from the Defense Ministry indicate that 44 servicemen were captured during mop-up operations in the strategic Donbass city. The Russian Defense Ministry revealed that several dozen Ukrainian troops surrendered in Ugledar, which was seized earlier this week.
During the past week, a total of 83 Ukrainian troops surrendered across the front line, with 44 of them surrendering during the mop-up operation in Ugledar. The town, known for its heavily fortified defenses, has been a battleground since August 2022.
Following reports of Ukrainian units in Ugledar suffering significant losses, the Defense Ministry confirmed the city’s capture. Russian forces have now taken more advantageous positions in that sector of the front, the ministry added.
This development marks a significant shift in the ongoing conflict in Donbass, highlighting the changing dynamics on the ground. Stay updated on the latest developments by following RT on social media.