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Russia withdraws troops after Ukraine encircles key city

Artillery craters are seen in the field from an arial view in the recently liberated area of Kharkiv region, Ukraine. [AP]

Russia said Saturday it has withdrawn its troops from the once-occupied city of Lyman, as Ukraine's eastern counteroffensive recaptures more territory.

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