As we bid farewell to another eventful year, it's imperative to reflect on the twists and turns that Ukraine's war effort against Russia has taken. With high hopes at the beginning of the year, Ukrainian troops planned a daring counteroffensive against their formidable adversary. However, the year concluded with disappointment on the battlefield, a somber mood among troops, and anxiety surrounding the future of Western aid for Ukraine.
In the midst of this ongoing conflict, we witnessed a short-lived rebellion in Russia, a devastating dam collapse in Ukraine, and the spilling of copious amounts of blood on both sides. It's been a grueling twenty-two months since Russia invaded, and the nation now holds approximately one-fifth of Ukraine under its grip. Unfortunately, the front line, spanning over 1,000 kilometers, has barely budged throughout the entire year.
