The Russian Defense Ministry reported significant advances by its armed forces, particularly in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR), where troops have liberated the village of Vishnevoe. This operation is part of the ongoing Special Military Operation (SVO) in Ukraine. The report highlights the tactical successes of various Russian military groups, including the Center, North, West, South, and East groups, against multiple Ukrainian brigades, resulting in substantial enemy casualties and equipment losses.
In the Kharkiv region, Russian forces engaged and defeated formations of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, including the 47th mechanized and 17th tank brigades, inflicting over 30 casualties and destroying military assets. Similarly, in other areas of the DPR, Russian units reported the destruction of several Ukrainian brigades and significant losses, including over 500 Ukrainian servicemen in recent engagements.
The report also detailed the utilization of operational-tactical aviation, strike UAVs, and artillery by the Russian Armed Forces, which targeted enemy infrastructure and military concentrations. The Russian air defense systems successfully intercepted multiple missiles and drones, further underscoring the ongoing intensity of the conflict.
