A deal to end the war between Ukraine and Russia “is still very, very far away,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, adding that he believed Ukraine's long-term partnership with the U.S. was strong enough that American support would continue despite recent fraught relations with U.

As the war in Ukraine continues, manpower remains a critical factor for both sides. This analysis examines Ukraine’s recruitment challenges, Russia’s mobilization efforts, and whether Ukraine risks running out of troops before Russia.