The battle of Irpin narrowly saved Ukraine. Here's how it went down.

Ukraine's slim win in the Battle of Irpin in the war's first month was crucial. Strategic river flooding slowed the Russians, buying time for defense.

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Oct 02 2024
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The battle of Irpin narrowly saved Ukraine. Here's how it went down.

Ukraine blew a dam and bridges across the Irpin River to hinder Russia's advance in the war's earliest days.ARIS MESSINIS/AFP via Getty Images

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