On October 14, 2026, Ukrainian defense forces liberated three settlements in Donetsk as part of the fourth phase of Operation 'Vivaldi'. Brigadier General Andriy Biletsky reported that the Third Army Corps and attached units regained control of Zelena Dolyna, Lypove, and Kolodiazi.
Enemy Losses and Ukrainian Successes
During the fourth phase of Operation 'Vivaldi', Russian forces suffered significant losses. According to Biletsky, the enemy lost around 3000 soldiers, with total losses during the operation reaching approximately 8000 troops. In contrast, Ukrainian forces reclaimed 101 square kilometers of territory.
Strategic Importance of the Operation
Operation 'Vivaldi' began with the elimination of Russian infiltration and evolved into a large-scale offensive that threatens the enemy's control over key territories. Biletsky noted that Ukrainian troops prevented the enemy from encircling the Sloviansk-Kramatorsk agglomeration and cutting off the crucial logistics route Kharkiv — Sloviansk.
Completion of the Fourth Phase and Future Plans
Throughout Operation 'Vivaldi', Ukrainian forces liberated 16 settlements and regained control of 277 km² of territory. The conclusion of the fourth phase does not signify the end of the fight, as Biletsky stated, "the music continues to play." Defense forces are continuing efforts to restore control over territories that were under occupation.