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Story summary
- Ukraine has regained about 400 square kilometers along the southern frontline, including eight settlements, since late January, per Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi.
- This gain marks a rare development amid ongoing Russian advances.
- Ukraine aims to show resilience to U.S. President Donald Trump, who has urged concessions.
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz commended Ukraine's progress, noting its resistance against Russian forces that have captured little since 2023.
