Ukraine Enters Third Year of War as Stalled Aid Dims Outlook
- US, EU leaders visit Kyiv to pledge continued support
- Russia has made advances in east, captured city of Avdiivka
Flags commemorate fallen Ukrainian soldiers at Independence Square in Kyiv, on Feb. 24.
Photographer: Roman Pilipey/AFP/Getty Images
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As the Kremlin’s full-scale war on Ukraine entered a third year with no end in sight Russia is gaining momentum, exploiting Kyiv’s deficit of ammunition, shortage of troops and delays in receiving military aid.
Moscow’s troops captured the embattled eastern city of Avdiivka last week, scoring a symbolic victory for Vladimir Putin, who’s looking to extend his rule in elections next month.