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Russia Expands Control in Ukraine Amid Peace Hopes

11/1/2025

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From October 21 to 28, 2025, Russia gained 39 square miles of Ukrainian territory, totaling 154 square miles.
As of October 28, Russia controls 19% of Ukraine, roughly the size of Ohio.
Support for peace negotiations is high in both countries, with 62% of Russians and 74% of Ukrainians in favor.
The conflict is expected to slow with winter, but Russian forces advance near Pokrovsk, threatening transport routes in Donetsk.

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Story summary

From October 21 to 28, 2025, Russia gained 39 square miles of Ukrainian territory, totaling 154 square miles.
As of October 28, Russia controls 19% of Ukraine, roughly the size of Ohio.
Support for peace negotiations is high in both countries, with 62% of Russians and 74% of Ukrainians in favor.
The conflict is expected to slow with winter, but Russian forces advance near Pokrovsk, threatening transport routes in Donetsk.