In the second year of war between Ukraine and Russia, experts anticipate a spring offensive as tens of thousands of lives have already been lost. Ukraine has marked a year of war with sorrow and pride while their president vows to push for victory over Russia. Both sides are already deploying forces, with Russians desperate for a major victory and Ukrainians determined to retake captured territory. Though analysts predict that president Vladimir Putin won't try to take the capital this time, they agree he's far from quitting.

The U.S. has thrown their lot behind Ukraine and president Volodymyr Zelensky, taking stands against Moscow and galvanizing a broad Western unity in support of Ukraine. But even in the face of dispute, tragedy continues as Russian units face "unlawful and criminal orders" and are accused of being sent into battle without support. Recent videos suggest soldiers from regiment 1439, a unit from Siberia, are