Ukraine's war effort has shifted, with drones dominating the battlefield and blunting Russia's advantages. While Russia faces higher casualties, Ukraine grapples with recruitment and corruption. European allies must now develop a new strategy, independent of the US, to bolster Ukraine's military and societal defenses and offer a clear path to EU integration.

Ukraine is no longer just a wartime ally – It is becoming a global hub for defense, technology, and industrial innovation.

A year ago, the Ukrainian government decided to take the fight directly to Russia. It hasn’t looked back since.