Poltava

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Poltava is a city in Ukraine that appears in various contexts within the provided snippets. It is mentioned as the location of a flight school where a military officer was trained, and also as a site where explosions occurred during a series of attacks reported in June. The city is historically significant due to its role in the Battle of Poltava during the Great Northern War, which is referenced in connection with Swedish king Charles XII's defeat. Additionally, it is noted for being one of several Ukrainian cities affected by air alerts and explosions.

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