Data from the Institute for the Study of War shows Russia expanded control over nearly 1% of Ukraine in 2025, surpassing gains from the previous two years combined.
As part of ongoing peace talks, the Ukrainian president says he is ready to trade the chance of NATO membership for strong security guarantees from Europe, the U.S., and other allies.
Kyiv coordinated with European allies before sending its reply, even as Russia launched record drone strikes that disrupted Moscow airports and Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
