Russia-Ukraine War

'We spot them, we destroy them' — Ukraine fights for Kostiantynivka as Russia closes in on three sides
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'We spot them, we destroy them' — Ukraine fights for Kostiantynivka as Russia closes in on three sides

by Francis Farrell

Editor’s Note: In accordance with the security protocols of the Ukrainian military, soldiers featured in this story are identified by first names and callsigns only. KOSTIANTYNIVKA, Donetsk Oblast — As recently as four months ago, the drab streets of the city of Kostiantynivka were full of life. With all the trademark signs of a buzzing front-line hub — from dozens of soldiers lining up for coffee and pizza after coming back from positions to hardy civilians living, working and playing as usual

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