Summary
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia has not won its war against Ukraine, even after four years of conflict. European leaders visited Kyiv to show support for Ukraine on the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion. Meanwhile, Ukrainian and Russian forces continue to fight, with little progress in diplomatic talks for peace.
Key Facts
- President Zelenskyy declared that Russia has not broken Ukrainians or achieved its goals in the ongoing war.
- More than a dozen European leaders visited Ukraine to mark the war's anniversary.
- Russia currently controls nearly 20% of Ukraine, according to a research group.
- Ukraine's resistance has thwarted some of Russia's military ambitions.
- The conflict has resulted in widespread civilian suffering and infrastructure damage in Ukraine.
- Diplomatic negotiations, including potential U.S.-facilitated talks, are stalled due to disagreements on the Donbas region and Ukraine's future security.
- President Zelenskyy invited U.S. President Donald Trump to visit Ukraine to better understand the situation.
- Casualty estimates from the conflict are approaching 2 million combined for both sides, making it one of the deadliest for a major power since World War II.
