Russia ‘has not won’ as Ukraine war enters fifth year, Zelenskyy says

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffFebruary 24, 2026 at 11:24 PM

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On the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared that Russia has failed to achieve its goals and has not won the war. The anniversary, marked on February 24, 2026, saw a visit to Kyiv by numerous European leaders, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, to pledge continued support. The European Union promised ongoing assistance to Ukraine, while the G7 reaffirmed its support for peace negotiations led by the US. The war has resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths and widespread disruption, with analysts estimating potential casualties reaching two million by spring. Despite ongoing challenges, Zelenskyy asserted that Ukraine has defended its independence and statehood.

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Hungary 30% Donald Trump 40% Alexander Stubb 40% Group of Seven 40% United States 40% Ursula von der Leyen ×250% Vladimir Putin 60% European Union ×270% Russia ×580% Volodymyr Zelenskyy ×490% Ukraine ×10100%

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