Four Years Since Russia's Full-Scale Invasion of Ukraine

February 24, 2022, marked the dawn of Russia's full-scale military attack on Ukraine, an event that seemed unimaginable and continues to unfold four years later. Air raid sirens woke Ukraine as the invasion began.

23 Feb, 06:01 — 23 Feb, 13:00

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Why this matters

The four-year anniversary marks a significant milestone in a major geopolitical conflict that began with Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. This war has led to widespread destruction, a severe humanitarian crisis, and significant global economic and political repercussions. Understanding its ongoing impact and the differing perspectives on the conflict remains crucial for international relations and humanitarian efforts.

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Both outlets mark the four-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, acknowledging the ongoing conflict. HVG focuses on the initial shock and the continuous 'madness' of the war, while BBC provides an analytical perspective on the economic consequences for Russia and how its people are coping.

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hvgcenter-leftcenter-lefturgenthighlights war's initial shock, ongoing 'madness'

BBCcentercenteranalyticalreports on economic consequences, societal coping

Coverage leans: center-left

The coverage leans center-left due to HVG's strong framing of the war as 'madness' and its known political bias, while BBC maintains a more neutral, analytical stance.

What sources agree on

Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
The invasion occurred four years ago.
The conflict is ongoing.

Where they diverge

The primary focus of coverage regarding the four-year anniversary.

hvg

Focuses on the initial shock, the 'madness' of the war, and its continuous nature since the invasion.

BBC

Analyzes the economic consequences of the war for Russia and how its population is coping.

Key claims1 agreed · 2 unverified

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Russia launched a full-scale military attack against Ukraine on February 24, 2022.

agreed·hvgBBC

Air raid sirens woke Ukraine on February 24, 2022.

unverified·hvg

Russia is feeling the economic effects of the war.

Coverage gaps

Reporting on the economic consequences of the war for Russia and how its people are coping.

ReportedBBC

Missinghvg

Specific details about the initial moments of the invasion, such as air raid sirens.

Reportedhvg

MissingBBC

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How outlets covered this

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hvg

Így kezdődött a téboly, amely négy éve nem akar szűnni – Nagyítás-galéria az ukrajnai háborúról

BBC

Steve Rosenberg: Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects

Right-leaning

No articles

Key entities

Russiaaggressor nation in the invasion Ukrainenation invaded by Russia Steve RosenbergBBC reporter

Coverage Timeline

First report: BBC · 23 Feb, 06:01|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 7h|Window: 7h

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BBC23 Feb, 06:01First to report

Steve Rosenberg: Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects

7h later

hvg23 Feb, 13:00Latest update

Így kezdődött a téboly, amely négy éve nem akar szűnni – Nagyítás-galéria az ukrajnai háborúról

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hvg1h ago

Így kezdődött a téboly, amely négy éve nem akar szűnni – Nagyítás-galéria az ukrajnai háborúról

2022. február 24-én hajnalban a légiriadó szirénái ébresztették Ukrajnát, miután Oroszország teljes körű katonai támadást indított az ország ellen. Bekövetkezett az, ami elképzelhetetlen volt, és amely azóta sem zárult le. Fotógalériákban megmutatjuk a háború első napjainak döbbenetét.

By szerzo@hvg.hu (HVG)

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BBC8h ago

Steve Rosenberg: Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects

Steve Rosenberg reports on the economic consequences of Russia's war, and how people are coping.

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Four Years Since Russia's Full-Scale Invasion of Ukraine

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What sources agree on

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Key claims1 agreed · 2 unverified

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Így kezdődött a téboly, amely négy éve nem akar szűnni – Nagyítás-galéria az ukrajnai háborúról

Steve Rosenberg: Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects

Right-leaning

Key entities

Coverage Timeline

Steve Rosenberg: Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects

Így kezdődött a téboly, amely négy éve nem akar szűnni – Nagyítás-galéria az ukrajnai háborúról

Read at source (2 outlets)

Így kezdődött a téboly, amely négy éve nem akar szűnni – Nagyítás-galéria az ukrajnai háborúról

Steve Rosenberg: Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects

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