As the four-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches, the article highlights that Vladimir Putin has failed to achieve any of his initial war objectives over the course of 1,461 days. In fact, by 2025, the Russian army has only managed to capture 0.83% of Ukrainian territory. Despite Ukraine facing economic, political, and military struggles, the nation continues to defend itself against the aggressor. The article emphasizes that continued support from allies has played a critical role in Kyiv's resilience despite the challenging circumstances.

However, recent events point to a waning steadfastness in the support for Ukraine compared to the fervor present at the beginning of the conflict. The article presents a juxtaposition between various European leaders; some are reaffirming their commitment to the values of freedom and supporting Ukraine, while others, like Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, seem to be using the conflict to engender fear and manipulate public sentiment.

The article also examines how the responsibility for supporting Ukraine has increasingly shifted from the USA to European nations, especially after Donald Trump's presidency. Although the US remains involved in fostering peace, it is European countries that are now taking a more prominent role in supporting Ukraine. The evolving stance of European leaders reveals the changing dynamics of international support and the complex geopolitical landscape in which past allies now face renewed challenges in their commitments to Ukraine's sovereignty.