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🚨 BREAKING: Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that the Russian Army has secured the city of Severesk in Ukraine’s Donetsk region — a major escalation in the ongoing conflict.
In this exclusive RT interview, Scott Ritter — former U.S. Marine Corps intelligence officer and renowned military analyst — breaks down what this means for the battlefield, Ukraine’s defenses, and the broader geopolitical landscape.
Russia now controls Severesk — a critical logistics hub near Sloviansk.
Ukrainian forces reportedly withdrew after heavy bombardment.
Ritter analyzes the tactical significance: “Seversk is the gateway to the Donbas heartland.”
He warns of potential Russian advances toward Kramatorsk and Sloviansk.
Discusses implications for Western arms shipments and NATO support.
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