Five years into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, experts say Ukraine may be turning the tide.

EU leaders point to battlefield gains, mounting strain on Russia's forces and an economy under pressure.

Ukraine is intensifying long‑range drone attacks deep inside Russia, prompting scaled‑down Victory Day events.

Kyiv is also exporting its drone warfare expertise, striking deals with more than 20 countries. EU backing has also grown after elections in Hungary unlocked a €90 billion ($105 billion) defense loan.