Ukraine's Operation Vivaldi liberates up to 140 sq km; Russian losses rise

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reports that Operation Vivaldi has liberated up to 140 square kilometers of territory, with Russian monthly losses increasing to 42,000. The claim is based on a Reuters interview and is unverified independently. This marks a notable territorial gain in the ongoing counteroffensive, though the strategic significance depends on the location and sustainability of the advance.