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Russia's Ukraine Offensive Slows, Gains Only 23 km

4/4/2026

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Russia's Slow Offensive

In March 2026, Russia's military made minimal gains in Ukraine, signaling a slow offensive.
The Institute for the Study of War found Russia seized about 23 square kilometers and lost ground in key areas.
The slowdown is attributed to Ukrainian counter-offensives and restrictions on Starlink.
Despite earlier advances, progress in early 2026 was about half of 2025.
Russia currently controls just over 19% of Ukraine, mainly from initial invasion weeks.

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Russia's Slow Offensive

In March 2026, Russia's military made minimal gains in Ukraine, signaling a slow offensive.
The Institute for the Study of War found Russia seized about 23 square kilometers and lost ground in key areas.
The slowdown is attributed to Ukrainian counter-offensives and restrictions on Starlink.
Despite earlier advances, progress in early 2026 was about half of 2025.
Russia currently controls just over 19% of Ukraine, mainly from initial invasion weeks.

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