Ukraine Reports Territorial Gains in Third Phase of Operation Vivaldi Near Lyman

Ukraine’s 3rd Army Corps is reportedly continuing its offensive on the Lyman front as part of the third phase of Operation Vivaldi. According to the supplied account, Ukrainian assault units used intelligence deception, coordinated attacks, and unmanned ground systems to disrupt Russian positions and advance across contested territory.

The operation is credited with recapturing approximately 176 square kilometers, including the strategically important settlement of Nove. The report also claims that more than 250 Russian soldiers were captured and around 2,000 others were rendered combat-ineffective. These battlefield figures and the extent of the territorial gains have not been independently verified.

A central feature of the reported offensive was the use of kamikaze ground robots alongside airborne-supported unmanned systems. These technologies can help Ukrainian forces attack fortified positions, disrupt logistics, and reduce the need to expose personnel to direct fire. The account also describes a military deception operation intended to mislead Russian commanders about Ukraine’s objectives and direction of attack.

The reported advances could put additional pressure on Russian supply routes and defensive positions around Lyman. However, the longer-term significance of the operation will depend on whether Ukrainian forces can consolidate their gains, maintain logistical support, and withstand potential Russian counterattacks.