War in Ukraine

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.

“Requesting evacuation via drone!” The crackle of radio chatter cuts through the air as a metal beast rumbles to life, its wheels grinding against rubble. The ground drone may look like nothing more than a metal box on wheels, but for Ukrainian soldiers, it’s a lifeline.

European leaders are ramping up calls to confiscate Russia’s frozen assets to arm Ukraine. Meanwhile, reports suggest Moscow may offer those funds for reconstruction—on its own terms.