One Year Of Russia-Ukraine War | A Timeline Of Key Moments So Far

The conflict between Russia and Ukraine began in 2014 when Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine. Since then, there have been ongoing tensions between the two countries, including fighting in the Donbas region of Ukraine, where Russian-backed separatists have been fighting against Ukrainian forces.

In 2021, tensions between Russia and Ukraine escalated further. In April, Russia amassed troops near the Ukrainian border, raising concerns of an imminent invasion. In response, Ukraine mobilized its military and called on Western allies for support.

In May, a ceasefire was declared in the Donbas region, but the situation remained tense. In June, a Ukrainian military plane was shot down, killing all 26 people on board, and Ukraine accused Russia of being responsible. Russia denied involvement.

In August, reports emerged of increased fighting in the Donbas region, with both sides blaming each other for the violence. The situation remained volatile, with both Russia and Ukraine accusing each other of provocations.

As of my knowledge cutoff date of September 2021, the situation between Russia and Ukraine remains tense, and the conflict shows no signs of ending anytime soon.

In late 2021, tensions between Russia and Ukraine escalated again, with reports of increased military activity on both sides. In November, Ukraine accused Russia of massing troops near the border and called on NATO for support. Russia denied the allegations.

In December 2021, there were reports of increased fighting in the Donbas region, with both sides accusing each other of violating the ceasefire. The situation remained volatile, with both sides blaming each other for the violence.

In January 2022, Ukraine accused Russia of launching an invasion across the border, and fighting intensified in the Donbas region. The Ukrainian government declared a state of emergency and mobilized its military, while Western countries condemned Russia's actions and called for an immediate ceasefire. Russia denied that it had invaded Ukraine and accused Ukraine of escalating the conflict.

In March 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with Russian forces crossing the border and advancing into Ukrainian territory. The invasion sparked widespread international condemnation and led to the imposition of economic sanctions against Russia by many Western countries.

In August 2022, Ukrainian forces launched a counteroffensive against Russian forces in eastern Ukraine. The Ukrainian military was able to recapture several cities and push Russian forces back. The counteroffensive was a significant blow to the Russian military, and it marked a turning point in the conflict.

In September 2022, a ceasefire was declared between Russia and Ukraine, with both sides agreeing to stop fighting and begin peace talks. The ceasefire has largely held, although there have been reports of sporadic fighting in some areas.

Since the ceasefire, there have been several rounds of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, but so far, no agreement has been reached. The main sticking points in the negotiations are the status of the Donbas region and the withdrawal of Russian forces from Ukrainian territory.

In response to the invasion, Ukraine declared martial law and mobilized its military. The fighting has been intense, with both sides suffering significant casualties. Russian forces have captured several Ukrainian cities, including the capital of Kyiv, and have advanced deep into Ukrainian territory. The conflict has had a significant humanitarian toll, with many civilians displaced and infrastructure destroyed.

As of my current knowledge cutoff date of February 2023, the situation between Russia and Ukraine remains tense, with fighting continuing in the Donbas region. Diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict have been ongoing, but so far, they have not been successful in ending the violence. The conflict has had a significant humanitarian toll, with many civilians displaced and infrastructure destroyed.

Overall, Tens of thousands of civilians have died or been injured on both sides, millions have been internally or externally displaced, and cities and towns have been destroyed. Here is a timeline of events leading up to the first anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on February 24, 2023.