Ukrainian Official: Mariupol ‘Doesn’t Exist Anymore’ After Russia Blockade

Ukrainian Official: Mariupol ‘Doesn’t Exist Anymore’ After Russia Blockade
A view shows the gates of the Illich Steel and Iron Works damaged during Ukraine-Russia conflict in the southern port city of Mariupol, Ukraine, on April 15, 2022. Alexander Ermochenko/Reuters
Allen Zhong
Allen Zhong
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A Ukrainian official said that Mariupol city “doesn’t exist anymore” after Russia announced the urban area of the city is clear of Ukraine troops.

“The situation in Mariupol is both dire militarily and heartbreaking. The city doesn’t exist anymore. The remainder of the Ukrainian army and large group of civilians are basically encircled by the Russian forces,” Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said during an interview with CBS' “Face the Nation.”

Allen Zhong
Allen Zhong
senior writer
Allen Zhong is a long-time writer and reporter for The Epoch Times. He joined the Epoch Media Group in 2012. His main focus is on U.S. politics. Send him your story ideas: [email protected]
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