Russia and Ukraine flashpoint

[konnichiwa]

Zkuq said:

konnichiwa said:

Loving this:

Kyiv: Ukraine recaptured more territory than it lost to Russian forces in May for the second straight month, AFP analysis of data from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) showed.

Ukraine's army gained a net 282 square kilometres (109 square miles) over the month, according to the analysis, as Kyiv hails its improving fortunes on the sprawling battlefield across the south and east of the country.

The pace of Russia's advance has been slowing since late 2025, hobbled by the increasing effectiveness of Ukraine's frontline and mid-range drone strikes, the ISW said.

Moscow had lost control of around 120 square kilometres (46 square miles) in April, the first month in which its forces gave up more ground than they captured for two and a half years.

Yeah, the tide is definitely turning. We'll see if it lasts, but right now it seems like it should. I'm thinking only some terrible elections could turn the tide back in Russia's favour, but at this rate, Russia is going to implode on itself, so even weakened support for Ukraine might be able to suffice. China backing Russia more strongly could also turn the tide, but last I heard, that didn't exactly sound likely...

I imagine Putin having a great day today in ST petersburg.