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Volunteer Battalions Fail to Capture Donetsk Town

Volunteer paramilitary forces reportedly failed to recapture the eastern Ukrainian town of Ilovaysk on August 10, following an intense battle with pro-Russian separatists. At least six of the volunteers were killed during the fighting, and several more were wounded. The deadly battle came as Ukrainian forces continue to draw closer to the rebel-held city of Donetsk. Credit: YouTube/Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty