Operation "Vivaldi" Gains Momentum: New Successes For The Ukrainian Armed Forces In The Donetsk Region
- 20.09.2026, 11:59
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A total of 125 square kilometers of territory has already been returned to Ukrainian control.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces’ offensive operation in the Donetsk region, codenamed “Vivaldi,” is gaining momentum. A total of 125 square kilometers of territory has already been recaptured by Ukrainian forces.
This was reported by Brigadier General Andriy Biletsky, commander of the Third Army Corps.
“Vivaldi” continues and is gaining momentum. The Third Corps has liberated Shandryholovo and Derilovo and established full control over Drobyshevo,” Biletsky reported.
According to him, during the first and second phases of the “Vivaldi” offensive operation, the Third Army Corps and attached units restored 125 square kilometers of territory to Ukrainian control, 50 square kilometers of which were deoccupied.
Another 800 enemy soldiers have been eliminated. The Russian Federation’s total losses over both phases amount to more than 3,000 occupiers.
The corps continues to erode the offensive capabilities of three Russian armies at once—the 20th, 25th, and 1st Tank Armies.
“During assault operations, drones and unmanned ground vehicles always lead the way ahead of the infantry. The 3rd Army Corps was the first in the world to begin deploying ground-based robotic systems. “Our heavy bombers are delivering kamikaze UAVs more than 10 kilometers behind enemy lines,” Biletsky said.
He added that artillery and unmanned systems struck enemy command posts, communications nodes, logistics facilities, crossings, and reserves. Air defense and electronic warfare systems created a protective dome over the combat zone. Blinded, the enemy was unable to uncover the operation’s plan, while our units consolidated their positions on the newly captured lines.
“Vivaldi’s music continues. And the next news update is coming soon,” the corps commander noted.
As a reminder, the 3rd Army Corps launched the “Vivaldi” offensive operation in the north of Donetsk Oblast.
Over the course of the week, the Defense Forces made further advances—clearing and liberating settlements.
In particular, Ukrainian troops drove the Russians out of the village of Srednee without suffering any casualties, completely clearing and taking control of the settlement.
In addition, it was previously reported that the Defense Forces managed to liberate an area larger than Zhytomyr. During the fighting, Ukrainian soldiers eliminated a concealed enemy and established a bridgehead for a further offensive in the region.
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