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Ukraine strikes Russian ammunition depot and six command posts
Ukraine's Defense Forces struck several Russian military targets on Aug. 17 and overnight on Aug. 17-18, including an ammunition depot in Karlivka, Donetsk Oblast, according to Ukraine's General Staff.
Why it matters
The strikes target Russian military infrastructure, potentially impacting their logistics and command capabilities.
What's unclear
- The extent of damage to the ammunition depot and command posts is not specified.
- The exact locations of the six command posts are not provided.
- The types of weapons used in the strikes are not mentioned.
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