Russia Claims Capture of Non-Existent Ukrainian Village
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The Russian Ministry of Defense reported capturing the village of Shcherbakovka in the Kharkiv region, despite it having been deserted since the 1990s and removed from registries. Ukrainian sources deny any Russian troop advancement in the area. This is not the first such report; in January 2026, Russian troops were said to have 'occupied' the former village of Belaya Bereza. Experts suggest these reports are for propaganda purposes.
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