Russian forces have completely liberated Maryinka in the Donetsk People's Republic, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu told Vladimir Putin during a meeting.
“During the course of active offensive operations, the assault troops of the “South” group today completely liberated the village of Maryinka,” Shoigu said.
The Russian defence minister added that the liberation of Maryinka had made it possible to protect Donetsk more effectively from the fire of the Ukrainian forces.
Putin Hails Liberation of Maryinka
With the liberation of Maryinka, Russian troops are driving enemy combat units away from Donetsk, Putin said.
The president congratulated Shoigu and asked him to convey his warmest congratulations and thanks to all those who had contributed to the event.
Putin said the participants in the liberation of Mariinka deserved state awards and instructed Shoigu to submit proposals.