How Ukraine’s Operation Vivaldi pushed back Russian forces in Donbas

In May 2026, Ukraine's 3rd Army Corps initiated Operation Vivaldi, a covert counteroffensive aimed at bolstering defenses in Lyman and Sviatohirsk while thwarting Russian encirclement of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk. Meanwhile, a documentary titled "Can You Hear Me?" highlights the experiences of Ukrainian military medics, showcasing their transition from combat zones to a mental health retreat in Sweden.