Around 20,000 Ukrainian children have been kidnapped by Russian forces, often taken from their families under the guise of providing care, which has received little attention compared to other abductions.

The Ukrainian government may have downplayed the kidnapping of children by Russian forces because these children could become bargaining chips in negotiations.

A potential peace deal may involve Ukraine ceding some territory in the east while ensuring they re-arm during any subsequent peace period. The ease with which non-Ukrainians discuss the idea of Ukraine ceding territory is concerning, as these areas contain many Ukrainian citizens who do not wish to live under Putin's rule.

Putin's invasion of Ukraine is driven by his long-standing goal of reconstituting the Soviet Union, which poses a threat to neighboring countries.

Even while evacuating from Kyiv, Stacy and Roman witnessed the ongoing danger, including Russian helicopters flying overhead, highlighting that there was no safe place in Ukraine.

The Ukrainians have a right to fight and protect their land against the aggressor, Vladimir Putin, who invaded Ukraine.

The startup mode adopted by the country has fostered extraordinary resilience among the Ukrainian people, helping to slow and even halt some Russian advances.

The Ukrainian people exhibit remarkable courage, and their willingness to fight is evident in their commitment to defending their country.

War tends to cause people to migrate out, raising questions about whether Ukraine will have the talent base it needs to rebuild as a peaceful country.