Beneath the battle for Donbas lies more than politics — it’s about power, coal, and control. ⚙️💰 This region hides 60 billion tons of coal, fuels Ukraine’s steel and machinery industries, and once made up a third of the nation’s exports. 🇺🇦 Before the war, Donbas was the industrial heart of Ukraine, powering the entire Soviet Union. 🇷🇺 But for Putin, it’s more than resources — it’s history, identity, and strategy. Donbas borders Russia, offers a buffer against NATO, and connects directly to

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