On the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared that Vladimir Putin has failed to achieve his war objectives, stating, "He has not broken the Ukrainians. He has not won this war." Zelensky emphasized Ukraine's commitment to preserving its sovereignty and pursuing a "strong, dignified, and lasting peace." His remarks coincided with the arrival of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Kyiv to reaffirm the EU's support, with both leaders scheduled to meet with President Zelensky. The conflict, Europe's bloodiest since World War II, has resulted in hundreds of thousands of casualties and significant geopolitical shifts, including increased military spending by European nations. Diplomatic negotiations initiated in 2025 have stalled, with Russia currently occupying approximately 20% of Ukraine and daily attacks on civilian areas and infrastructure, leading to the country's worst energy crisis.