Ukrainian military confirms counteroffensive operations near Lyman
The Ukrainian military has provided explicit confirmation that it is conducting ongoing counteroffensive operations against a Russian salient located northwest of Lyman. This development marks a specific tactical shift in the frontline engagement as Ukrainian forces attempt to push back Russian positions in the region.
Date: September 15, 2026
Location: Donbas, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Source: Institute for the Study of War