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Ukraine's Resilience Stalls Russia Amid Ongoing Conflict

3/5/2026

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Story summary

On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, quickly capturing territory.
Four years later, Russia has not won decisively and has suffered over 1.2 million casualties.
Ukraine's resilience and tactical innovations have thwarted Russian advances.
The trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi among Ukraine, Russia, and the United States face uncertainty due to the war in Iran.
Russia's recruitment remains strong, aided by bonuses, while its economy sits on unsustainable wartime footing.

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Story summary

On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, quickly capturing territory.
Four years later, Russia has not won decisively and has suffered over 1.2 million casualties.
Ukraine's resilience and tactical innovations have thwarted Russian advances.
The trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi among Ukraine, Russia, and the United States face uncertainty due to the war in Iran.
Russia's recruitment remains strong, aided by bonuses, while its economy sits on unsustainable wartime footing.