On February 24, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a “special military operation” against Ukraine, shortly after recognizing the independence of the Donetsk and Luhansk regions. Four years later, Russia controls about 20 percent of Ukraine, with significant territorial losses and gains marked by intense conflicts. The war has evolved into a drone-led campaign, with air and drone attacks increasing dramatically as Russia expands its drone production capacity.
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