As recent weeks have passed, Russian troops have been making progress in taking territory from Ukraine along the entire front ♠ line.

In certain instances, they have seized land that Ukrainian soldiers had only just recently recaptured in fierce battles the previous ♠ year. Moreover, Moscow has made its most significant territorial gains since late 2024 in a surprising offensive.

This is a concerning ♠ situation for Ukraine, as it may negatively impact the morale of its soldiers and dampen public spirits. Analysts predict that ♠ Russia is likely to expand its territorial gains in the coming months while Ukraine awaits American military aid.

Here is a ♠ closer examination of some of Russia's recent territorial advances.