Ukrainian Third Assault Corps Recaptures 51 Sq Km, Captures 250 Russian Soldiers
The Ukrainian Third Assault Corps reportedly recaptured 51 square kilometers of territory, including the key enemy hub of Nove, and captured over 250 Russian soldiers. The corps also liberated Ridkodub and Katerynivka and restored control over Karpivka and Novomykhailivka. The operation, dubbed 'Vivaldi,' resulted in an estimated 2,000 Russian casualties.
Commander Andriy Biletskyi stated that the enemy was misled into believing the main strike was towards Shandroholove - Zelena Dolyna, causing them to waste reserves in counterattacks. The Third Assault Corps utilized modified Soviet BTR-60s as robotic kamikaze drones to breach enemy fortifications. The Third Assault Brigade played a key role in the offensive, and the 3rd Border Guard Detachment named after Colonel Yevheniy Pikus restored control over Ridkodub.