Battle

Battle of Hostomel

25 Feb 2022 – 1 Apr 2022 · 50.59° N, 30.26° E

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When
25 Feb 2022 – 1 Apr 2022
Kind
Battle
Coordinates
50.59° N, 30.26° E
Description
battle in Hostomel, Ukraine

Battle of Hostomel

Battle during the Russian invasion of Ukraine

During the Russian invasion of Ukraine, a military engagement was fought for control over the town of Hostomel between the Russian and Ukrainian armed forces. As part of an offensive on Kyiv, the Russian forces sought control over Hostomel, Bucha and Irpin in order to encircle and besiege the Ukrainian capital city Kyiv from the west.

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