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Russia's Slow Advances Highlight Ukraine's Stubborn Resistance

1/31/2026

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A Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) analysis reveals Russia's advances over the past two years are among the slowest in modern warfare.
Researchers Seth G. Jones and Riley McCabe of CSIS found that Russian forces advanced at 15–70 meters per day during major offensives.
Ukraine remains resistant in key areas.
Russian losses reached 415,000 in 2025.

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A Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) analysis reveals Russia's advances over the past two years are among the slowest in modern warfare.
Researchers Seth G. Jones and Riley McCabe of CSIS found that Russian forces advanced at 15–70 meters per day during major offensives.
Ukraine remains resistant in key areas.
Russian losses reached 415,000 in 2025.