This article marks the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, which has escalated from what was initially described as a three-day 'special military operation' into a protracted conflict deemed a 'special military disaster' for Russia. With estimates indicating that the war has resulted in approximately 1.2 million dead and injured, the costs incurred by Russia have not yielded any of its initial objectives, suggesting that Russia is definitively losing this war. Despite the ongoing violence and economic devastation, Ukraine stands firm as a sovereign state, effectively defending its freedoms against a formidable aggressor.

The article also notes that Russia's goals of halting NATO expansion have backfired, as the alliance has grown to include Sweden and Finland. Current reports indicate that Russian forces are bogged down in brutal fighting in the Donbass region, raising questions about the feasibility of its demands for Ukrainian troops to withdraw from territories where they have not even set foot. The Slovakian perspective sheds light on how international dynamics are shifting, particularly in relation to neighboring countries and their responses to Russian aggression.

In concluding remarks, the article hints at the political maneuvering in Slovakia, particularly the implications of Prime Minister Fico's position and responses to the war. It suggests that he, and perhaps others, may not fully disclose the consequences of such a volatile geopolitical landscape, stirring concern about the possible support or inaction that might favor the aggressor. This analysis underscores the importance of accountability, clarity, and transparency in communicating the realities of the war to the public.