Conflict's Second Year in the Russo-Ukrainian Warfare

In an opinion piece published recently, Sean Rego '26, the Opinions Editor for an unspecified publication, discusses the ongoing war in Ukraine. The conflict, which began two years ago on February 23rd, 2022, has claimed the lives of over 400,000 people and displaced more than ten million.

The invasion by Russia has been met with fierce resistance from Ukrainian forces, but the overall counteroffensive has been nominal. Despite sanctions and isolation, Russia has held out relatively well. Tens of thousands of civilians, including hundreds of children, have also lost their lives in the conflict.

The Ukrainian government has received substantial military aid from the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union. However, this support has barely made any progress in turning the tide of the war. The political decisions regarding the Ukraine crisis are primarily made by the ruling coalition around President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, involving the Ukrainian government and parliament, with close coordination and support from the international "Coalition of the Willing" — a group of over 30 allied countries providing military and diplomatic support to Ukraine.

In his article titled "One Year Later and the War Continues", Rego discusses the ongoing struggle and the need for continued international support. He also touches on the debate over financial aid for Ukraine in the American government, and how the general election could impact this aid.

Elsewhere in his work, Rego discusses the Pope, Ukraine, and religious freedom. He also has an article in "Opinions" discussing the diplomatic necessities in the new administration. Notably, Rego refrains from revealing the identity of the president-elect in his pieces.

One of the most significant political moves in Ukraine was the signing of Law 8371 by President Zelenskyy, demanding the severing of ties between the Orthodox churches in Ukraine and the Patriarchate of Moscow. This move was a bold step towards Ukrainian independence and sovereignty.

As the war continues, millions more require humanitarian assistance. The anxiety built up across the globe as more troops were raised upon Europe's borders. The future remains uncertain, but the resilience of the Ukrainian people shines through in their unwavering fight for freedom and independence.