Ukrainian counteroffensives north of Lyman have reclaimed 150–240 square kilometers since late May 2026, reversing Russian gains built over 18 months and squeezing forward salients that once threatened encirclement. These operations, involving mechanized units from the 3rd Army Corps and supporting brigades, have forced Russian withdrawals toward the Zherebets River and prompted Russian milbloggers to acknowledge retreats and criticize command reporting. Lyman itself remains under Ukrainian control, with only isolated infiltration attempts and unconsolidated flag-planting reported along its edges. Russian offensive tempo across Donetsk has slowed markedly compared with prior periods, while Ukrainian forces continue probing actions near Sviatohirsk and toward key logistics routes. The situation around this Donetsk Oblast hub continues to hinge on whether sustained Ukrainian pressure can maintain defensive depth or whether renewed Russian reinforcements can restore momentum before year-end deadlines.
Eksperymentalne podsumowanie AI odwołujące się do danych Polymarket. To nie jest porada handlowa i nie ma wpływu na rozstrzyganie tego rynku. · ZaktualizowanoUkrainian counterattacks strengthen defenses around Lyman, blocking Russian advances
December 31 drops to 12%10%
Ukrainian forces increased control around Lyman, pushing Russian troops back beyond key rivers and solidifying defensive positions, confirming Russian failure to capture the railroad station by the resolution date.
Unclear frontline extent near Lyman as Ukrainian gains likely underestimated
December 31 dips to 54%2%
By September 11, 2026, ISW noted that the extent of Ukrainian gains near Lyman was likely underestimated due to limited evidence, but Russian sources exaggerated advances, and Ukrainian forces had effectively eliminated the Russian salient north of Lyman, indicating Russia had not captured the railroad station.




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