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Why Mariupol is so important to Russia's plan

There are four main reasons why taking the port city would be such a strategic win for Russia - and a major blow for Ukraine:- 

1. Securing a land corridor between Crimea and Donbas

2. Strangling Ukraine's economy

3. Propaganda opportunity

4. Major morale boost

Mariupol has become the most heavily bombed and damaged city in Ukraine's war with Russia - having suffered the brunt of sustained Russian attacks. It is key to Moscow's military campaign in Ukraine. But why?