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Ukraine Makes Fastest Territorial Gains in Nearly Three Years, Data Shows

Ukraine regained 201 sq km from Russian forces over five days after Starlink access was cut, marking the largest territorial gain since June 2023, ISW and AFP reported.

  • Ukraine retook over 200 square kilometres of territory from Russia in five days between February 11 and 15, marking its largest territorial gains in more than two and a half years, according to data from the Institute for the Study of War analyzed by Agence-France Presse.
  • Russia's military is facing communication disruptions after Starlink satellite internet access was blocked for terminals in Russian-held areas, affecting their battlefield coordination.
  • Russia may be experiencing its first decline in military personnel since the invasion began, due to high casualties and recruitment issues, as noted by several analysts and reports.
  • Peace talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the United States recently ended with participants acknowledging difficulties but agreeing to continue discussions.
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It concerns an area of over 200 square kilometers in a strategically important location. Yet, it will not lead to a turning point in the war.

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In the Ukraine war, Russia has to cope with painful area losses, according to current reports. Thus, Kiev's armed forces managed to free 200 square kilometers within a few days. Apparently, the recent Starlink blockade for Putin's army is giving a new advantage.

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The Ukrainians are facing a counter-strike in the south of the front, while the Russians are suffering from communication problems, and the Kremlin troops are showing further signs of wear and tear.

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With a very limited advance that is the most consistent since 2023: it has to do with the blockade of Starlink to Russian soldiers

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Insider Paper broke the news in on Monday, February 16, 2026.
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