Ukraine's Evolving War Map: Tracking Territory Changes and Russia's Offensive Actions

Ukraine claims to have liberated 50% of its Russian-occupied territory since the start of the invasion in 2022, according to a map by the Institute for the Study of War. The Ukrainian defense minister praised Western military support and called for continued assistance from the US. Ukraine's strategic goal is to liberate its entire territory within internationally recognized borders and join NATO. The think tank emphasized the need for Ukraine to liberate strategically vital areas still under Russian occupation. Russian forces have suffered high losses in the town of Avdiivka, and recent footage confirms limited Russian advances and Ukrainian counterattacks in the area.