Hundreds of civilians trapped in Soledar, says Ukraine, as fierce fighting continues – video report
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Ukrainian officials have announced hundreds of civilians remain trapped in the eastern city of Soledar, as fighting intensifies to gain control of the salt mining region. Ukraine said its troops were 'holding on' despite Russian forces focusing their efforts on the city, close to the key city of Bakhmut. Russian mercenary group Wagner previously said its forces had taken control of the city but Kyiv has denied this. Satellite images released by Maxar show the city in ruins since the battle for its salt-mining tunnels began in late 2022