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Ukraine War — Key Statistics 2025

War Started
Feb 2022
Full-scale invasion began Feb 24, 2022
Ukrainian Territory Occupied
~18%
Including Crimea, parts of 4 eastern oblasts
Displaced People
14M+
Largest displacement crisis in Europe since WW2
Western Aid (US alone)
$175B+
Military, economic and humanitarian combined

Who Is Winning the War in Ukraine?

As of 2025, neither side has achieved a decisive victory. Here is the current state of the conflict:

RUSSIA

Holds ~18-20% of Ukrainian territory

Controls Crimea (annexed 2014), most of Luhansk, parts of Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson oblasts. Has made slow, grinding advances in eastern Ukraine through 2024-2025 at very high troop casualties.

UKRAINE

Holds the majority of its territory and conducts deep strikes

Retains Kyiv, Kharkiv, Odessa and most major cities. Has successfully struck Russian military targets deep inside Russia using long-range drones and Western-supplied missiles. Conducted a surprise incursion into Russia's Kursk Oblast in 2024.

OUTLOOK

Ceasefire negotiations ongoing

Multiple rounds of peace talks with US, European and UN mediation have taken place in 2025. No lasting agreement reached as of this writing. Orreryx tracks all diplomatic developments in real time.

Market Impact of the Ukraine War

The Russia-Ukraine war has caused lasting disruptions across global markets. Orreryx tracks these in real time:

Energy — Up

European Gas & Oil

EU shifted away from Russian energy. LNG imports surged. Energy stocks like Shell, BP and TotalEnergies impacted by sanctions and supply rerouting.

Defence — Up

Defence Stocks Surged

Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, BAE Systems and Rheinmetall hit multi-year highs. NATO countries increased defence spending to 2%+ GDP targets.

Commodities — Up

Wheat, Fertiliser, Metals

Ukraine and Russia supply 30% of global wheat exports. Prices spiked 70%+ in 2022. Palladium, nickel and fertiliser markets remain disrupted.

Safe Havens — Elevated

Gold & Swiss Franc

Gold held above $2,000/oz throughout the conflict. CHF and USD remained elevated as investors sought safety from geopolitical risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is winning the war in Ukraine in 2025?
Neither side has achieved a decisive victory. Russia controls approximately 18-20% of Ukrainian territory but has suffered enormous casualties. Ukraine continues to receive Western support and has conducted successful deep strikes into Russia. Ceasefire negotiations are ongoing. Orreryx tracks frontline changes daily on its live conflict map.
Where can I find Ukraine war news today?
Orreryx aggregates Ukraine war news today from BBC, Reuters, Kyiv Independent, Deutsche Welle, Al Jazeera and 40+ other sources. All events appear on the live 3D world map within minutes. Start a free 3-day trial to access the full real-time feed.
Why did Russia invade Ukraine?
Russia cited NATO expansion, protection of Russian-speaking Ukrainians, and "denazification" as justifications. Western governments and international law experts consider these pretexts, viewing the invasion as a violation of Ukrainian sovereignty and the UN Charter.
When did Russia invade Ukraine?
Russia launched its full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022. Russia had previously annexed Crimea in March 2014 and backed separatists in the Donbas since 2014. The 2022 invasion involved simultaneous attacks from Belarus, Russia and Crimea on multiple Ukrainian cities.
Is there a ceasefire in Ukraine?
As of 2025, ceasefire talks are ongoing but no permanent ceasefire has been agreed. Orreryx monitors all ceasefire-related news and diplomatic developments in real time as they happen.
Is the Ukraine war over?
No — the Ukraine war is not over as of 2025. Active fighting continues along the eastern front. Russia still occupies approximately 18-20% of Ukrainian territory. Peace negotiations are ongoing with US and European mediation but no agreement has been reached. Orreryx tracks all frontline movements and ceasefire developments in real time.
How many people have died in the Ukraine war?
Precise figures are difficult to verify. The UN has confirmed over 10,000 Ukrainian civilian deaths, though the real figure is believed to be significantly higher. Military casualties on both sides are estimated in the tens of thousands each. Over 14 million Ukrainians have been displaced — the largest European displacement crisis since World War II. Orreryx tracks reported casualty events from verified news sources.
Will Russia win the war in Ukraine?
Most Western military analysts do not believe Russia can achieve its original goal of toppling Ukraine's government or seizing most of Ukraine. Russia has made slow gains in eastern Ukraine at enormous casualty cost, while Ukraine — backed by Western weapons and training — has proven far more resilient than Russia expected. The conflict's outcome depends heavily on the continuation of Western military and financial support.

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