BBC: Ukraine war: Kyiv orders partial evacuation of liberated city
Ukraine has ordered some residents to leave Kupiansk, as Russia seeks to re-take the city it left last year.
Kharkiv's regional authorities said families with children and people "with limited mobility" must leave due to "constant" shelling by Russian forces.
Russia seized the north-eastern city early in the full-scale invasion, with Ukraine recapturing it last September.
Meanwhile, Russian mercenaries say they have "practically encircled" the key city of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine.
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WNU Editor: Kupiansk is a critical rail hub. Russian forces will need to retake this city to deny the Ukrainian army the logistical support that is necessary for Kyiv to supply their forces in the region and northern Donbas. After the fall of Bakhmut, this may become the new battle line.
With Russian Forces Advancing, Kyiv Orders The Partial Evacuation Of Kupiansk
Kupiansk: Ukraine orders people to leave city liberated last year -- Al Jazeera
Occupied, liberated … occupied again? Ukrainian city fears another takeover -- The Guardian
The Town Of Kupiansk, Kharkiv Province On Ukraine's Northeastern Front Could Decide New Battle Lines -- Republic World/AP
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