Russia's War Against Ukraine
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Dmitry Tymchuk: Ilovaisk investigation
A destroyed tank is seen on the road to Ilovaisk, 50 kms east of Donetsk on Sept. 3, 2014.
At the inquiry into the tragic events at Ilovaisk the GPU [State Political Directorate] states, that a serious role in the events was played by the 5th Territorial Battalion's departure from their positions without an order. Is this true? It's the holy truth.
The leadership of the Defense Ministry said that the operation in the Ilovaisk Raion [district] was planned flawlessly (perhaps with some small failures). Is this true? It's the holy truth.
