Russian warehouse EXPLODES as Ukrainian forces strike in Donetsk

A RUSSIAN ammunition warehouse EXPLODED in a huge fireball after being 'hit by Ukrainian forces' defending Donetsk.

This footage shows how Ukrainian forces reportedly hit a Russian ammunition warehouse in the Donetsk region at night, causing a massive explosion.

Russia and pro-Russian forces are now shifting their focus to the Donetsk region after having captured the city of Lysychansk in the Luhansk region.

The footage shows a huge plume of smoke rising into the air as an inferno rages in the distance. Every now and then, explosions can be seen as the ammunition depots burn. Flashes light up the screen as larger explosions are triggered by the burning facilities.

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