Four years into the war, Ukraine continues to resist Russian invasion, with mounting military losses and daily aerial attacks. President Zelensky emphasized Ukraine's defense of independence, while the Kremlin acknowledged unmet war aims. A minute's silence was observed in Kyiv, and memorials for the fallen were held across the country. International support remains strong, but peace negotiations are slow, with skepticism about Russia's willingness to negotiate. Casualty figures are high on both sides, with estimates of Ukrainian and Russian losses reaching alarming numbers.