Putin's Wagner forces take control of key village near Bakhmut in big gain on war anniversary

Russia's Wagner group of mercenaries said it has taken full control of the Ukrainian village of Berkhivka - located on the outskirts of the frontline city of Bakhmut. Moscow has been fighting to take Bakhmut for months. The embattled city has turned into a key political and symbolic prize and the fight for it is now the longest-running battle of Russia's offensive.