On November 3, 1943, the offensive operation in Kiev began after a strong artillery preparation, Soviet units broke through the first enemy positions and by the end of the day advanced 5-12 kilometers. The attack was led by Army General Nikolai Vetotin. There were heavy battles before the city and approaching it. As early as the morning of November 6, Kiev was liberated, and the operation continued until November 13.

On November 3, 1943, the offensive operation in Kiev began after a strong artillery preparation, Soviet units broke through the first enemy positions and by the end of the day advanced 5-12 kilometers. The attack was led by Army General Nikolai Vetotin. There were heavy battles before the city and approaching it. As early as the morning of November 6, Kiev was liberated, and the operation continued until November 13.