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We have illustrated the progression of the full-scale war, now in its third year, through detailed maps. These visuals help us better understand how the war is evolving and how Ukraine continues to resist the aggressor despite Russia's vast resources.

In the early hours of February 24, 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, aiming to seize Hostomel Airport as a key staging ground for a rapid assault on Kyiv. However, fierce Ukrainian resistance turned the planned blitzkrieg into a major failure, marking a turning point in the war.

Three years into the largest war since World War II, Europe stands divided: those bordering Russia and Belarus see the threat firsthand, while others may still treat it as just Ukraine’s problem. Former Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis explains why Western hesitation only emboldens Russia—and what must be done before it’s too late.