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    Russia says it has taken control of city of Toretsk in eastern Ukraine

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    Posted on February 7, 2025

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    Last updated: January 26, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    Russian forces claim control of Toretsk in eastern Ukraine, a claim disputed by Kyiv. The report remains unverified by independent sources.

    Russia Claims Control of Toretsk in Eastern Ukraine

    MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian forces have taken control of the city of Toretsk in eastern Ukraine, Russia's Defence Ministry said on Friday.

    Reuters could not independently confirm the battlefield report.

    Russia calls the city by its Soviet-era name of Dzerzhynsk and says Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region is now part of Russia, an assertion which Kyiv rejects.

    (Reporting by Reuters; Writing by Anastasia Teterevleva; Editing by Andrew Osborn)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Russia claims control over Toretsk in eastern Ukraine.
    • •The city is referred to by its Soviet-era name, Dzerzhynsk.
    • •Russia's claim is disputed by Kyiv.
    • •The report is unverified by independent sources.
    • •The region is part of the ongoing Ukraine conflict.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Russia says it has taken control of city of Toretsk in eastern Ukraine

    1What is the main topic?

    The main topic is Russia's claim of taking control over the city of Toretsk in eastern Ukraine, which is disputed by Kyiv.

    2What is the significance of Toretsk?

    Toretsk, also known as Dzerzhynsk, is a city in the Donetsk region, a key area in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

    3How has Ukraine responded?

    Ukraine has rejected Russia's assertion that Toretsk is now under Russian control.

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