Summary
Four years into the war, Ukraine remains resilient despite initial predictions of a quick Russian victory. The conflict continues, with Ukraine maintaining significant resistance and relying on European support to sustain its efforts.
Key Facts
- Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, has returned to normalcy with busy streets and filled restaurants after being nearly deserted at the start of the war.
- Russia has gained about 10% of Ukraine's land but has lost some ground previously captured.
- 1.3 million Russian soldiers have reportedly been killed or seriously wounded.
- Sweden and Finland have joined NATO since the war began.
- Ukraine has built a strong military, but battlefield gains have been limited.
- Difficulties in recruiting soldiers persist, forcing Ukraine to seek more support.
- The European Union has approved a 90 billion-euro loan to help Ukraine's military efforts through 2027.
- The war's end is uncertain, with possibilities of ceasefire but a future conflict risk remains.
