Today's ISW reporting is a clear reminder that despite the verboseness and conjured political rhetoric, Russia has continually failed to make land-based gains in line with the Kremlin's narrative and often communicated picture of the war from a territorial perspective.

Air Defence remains key to protecting civilians and development.

One day after strikes on Ukraine's Air Force facilities and key infrastructure in the west of the country, RU targets Kyiv, impacting civilians and machining sites.

@monitor_ua and @amkmapping.bsky.social provide an overview.

Noteworthy increase in support for Ukraine by Nordic countries and UK in 2025, with the decrease form the US. More to be done across the board by larger EU economies, however, a positive development for the sustainability of Ukraine's resilience.

www.ifw-kiel.de/publications...