MEDIA BLACKOUT: Russian forces claim significant gains in Donetsk and Maryinka; media blackout raises concerns for Ukraine.

Acknowledging a potential Ukrainian surrender, Russian forces reportedly advance, taking significant territories. Concerns heighten amid media blackout.

NEW: Ukrainian surrender may be imminent, Russian Defense Minister is now reporting military forces have taken most of Donetsk and all of Maryinka.

MEDIA BLACKOUT.

This is a devastating development for Ukraine if Shoigu’s claims are accurate. pic.twitter.com/Lz2zL6keUG

— Chuck Callesto (@ChuckCallesto) December 26, 2023

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