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Russia acknowledges role of Wagner mercenary group in battle for Soledar

For the first time, Russian military admits to Wagner Group contribution in Ukraine

For the first time, the Russian military admits to the Wagner Group's contribution to operations in Ukraine.

Also in the programme: The United States and Japan celebrate a strengthening of their alliance; and Kurdish protestors in Stockholm threaten to derail relations between Sweden and Turkey.

(Photo: Smoke rises from strikes on the frontline city of Soledar, as Russia's attack on Ukraine continues, as seen from Bakhmut, Ukraine, January 5, 2023. Credit: REUTERS/Clodagh Kilcoyne)

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