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1,000 days of war in Ukraine

November 19 marks 1,000 days since Russia began its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, launching a conflict that has killed tens of thousands of people, decimated infrastructure, and upended global food and energy security.

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The destroyed city of Avdeyevka north of Donetsk.

The destroyed city of Avdeyevka north of Donetsk.

What 1,000 days of war have cost Ukraine

Drawing on UN data and international estimates, DW examines the vast destruction caused by Russia's invasion.

Destroyed apartment building, with smoke

Destroyed apartment building, with smoke

G7 reaffirms support for Ukraine as war milestone approaches

Leaders of the world's major democracies have reiterated their "unwavering" support for Kyiv amid the Russia invasion.

A row of soldiers are seen from behind, rifles slung over their shoulders

A row of soldiers are seen from behind, rifles slung over their shoulders

Fleeing Ukraine war, Russian deserters find refuge in France

France has become the first EU country to admit former Russian soldiers without ID, who are hoping to apply for asylum.

Young women, one of whom is holding a baby, on the roadside among bags and suitcases. A suitcase is used as a makeshift table for food and drink in disposable containers, Kocs, Hungary, August 21, 2024

Young women, one of whom is holding a baby, on the roadside among bags and suitcases. A suitcase is used as a makeshift table for food and drink in disposable containers, Kocs, Hungary, August 21, 2024

Hungary's government makes Ukrainian refugees homeless

A decree signed by Hungarian PM Viktor Orban has halted state support for the shelters used by many Ukrainian refugees.

A view of Maksym, a 21-year-old Ukrainian war veteran, climbing up the stairs to the top of the Cologne Cathedral

A view of Maksym, a 21-year-old Ukrainian war veteran, climbing up the stairs to the top of the Cologne Cathedral

Young Ukrainian war veteran conquers new heights

In 2023, a Russian drone attack took both of Maksym's legs. Now, he's setting out to find a new purpose in life.

Alexander, a deserter from the Russian army, stands on a beach with the ocean behind him.

Alexander, a deserter from the Russian army, stands on a beach with the ocean behind him.

Russian army deserter flees Ukraine front lines to France

Alexander fled Russia's war in Ukraine, not wanting to kill or be killed. He is now trying to help other army deserters.

The silhouette of a man against a brighter background

The silhouette of a man against a brighter background

Why are young Russians becoming 'saboteurs'?

Since Russia invaded Ukraine, arson attacks by juveniles on rail infrastructure and military have increased.

A man holds up a Russian passport, covering his face

A man holds up a Russian passport, covering his face

Russia's war in Ukraine: Forcing deserters to the front line

In Russia, more and more service members are deserting. DW spoke with one soldier who made it out alive.

Ukrainian soldier stands in a muddy trench and smokes a cigarette as he loads a Howitzer

Ukrainian soldier stands in a muddy trench and smokes a cigarette as he loads a Howitzer

Ukraine: Defending the front-line city of Pokrovsk

Russia is slowly advancing toward Pokrovsk, a key transportation hub that could open up further advances in the area.

A Ukrainian soldier carries the splitter ammunition as a Ukrainian bomb squad team carries out mine and shell detonation work in Donetsk region, Ukraine, June 15, 2024

A Ukrainian soldier carries the splitter ammunition as a Ukrainian bomb squad team carries out mine and shell detonation work in Donetsk region, Ukraine, June 15, 2024

War in Ukraine: Land mines to hurt food exports for years

Mines are a huge challenge for Ukrainian farmers. What does contamination mean for the world's dinner plates?

Ukrainian winemaker Olga Romanosko speaks to DW's Carolina Chimoy in a room full of wine barrels.

Ukrainian winemaker Olga Romanosko speaks to DW's Carolina Chimoy in a room full of wine barrels.

Ukrainian winemakers carry on under fire

Russia may have brought war to their country, but these Ukrainian winemakers are determined to persevere.

A group of children are seen sitting around a table eating

A group of children are seen sitting around a table eating

Ukraine's adoption rates on the rise

As the war in Ukraine continues, an increasing number of Ukrainians are adopting orphans. DW spoke with foster parents.

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