The year 2025 became a record one for Ukraine in terms of Western military assistance. Despite growing talk of “war fatigue” and new political constraints, allies pledged around $45 billion in support. At the same time, shifting political moods in key capitals slowed the delivery of part of that aid.
By the end of 2025, about 4.6 million internally displaced persons were officially registered in Ukraine, with the largest numbers concentrated in major cities and regions that absorbed evacuation waves, according to the Ministry of Social Policy.
By the end of 2025, about 4.3 million people who fled Ukraine were still under temporary protection in the European Union. The EU has already extended this regime until March 4, 2027, but assistance packages across member states are increasingly being adjusted to budget constraints and labor market needs.
Russia’s full-scale war has sharply increased the number of people eligible for combatant status. Along with the designation, the state promises a wide range of social guarantees, such as utility discounts, or priority access to housing.
A tourniquet can tear or fail to lock, and a hemostatic bandage can turn out to be expired and ineffective. Components of a military first-aid kit have a limited lifespan and require regular replacement.
After a sharp decline during the full-scale war, the population is expected to stabilize at around 34 million by the end of the decade. That is the baseline scenario of the International Monetary Fund’s forecast.
The number of job vacancies in Ukraine has almost returned to pre-war levels, but Russia's aggression has fundamentally changed the structure of the labor market. Demand for some specialties has increased manifold, while other professions have practically fallen out of circulation.
The International Registry for Damages (RD4U) has opened the opportunity for Ukrainian civilians to officially record the damage caused to their health as a result of Russian aggression.
Against the backdrop of mass volunteering, scammers have also become more active – exploiting the war for personal gain. Ukraine's cyber police are recording numerous cases of phishing and fraud where fake volunteers, posing as charity workers, commit crimes by pocketing donations.
As Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure intensify, the country is once again facing widespread electricity restrictions. Stabilization schedules have been introduced across multiple regions, and officials are urging residents to prepare for extended outages. Energy experts warn that the coming winter will be challenging, though a total blackout remains unlikely.