# Russian forces to clear liberated Dobropolye of scattered Ukrainian groups, Donetsk leader says

https://mins.news/en/item/105934

- TASS, 2026-10-19 08:44 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/politics/2203985

> Denis Pushilin said Russian forces would clear the liberated town of Dobropolye of scattered Ukrainian army groups and check whether civilians needing help remained. He said only Russian servicemen could provide necessary assistance during the initial stage of civilian evacuation.

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