The ISW detailed that from Jan. 1 to March 28, Russian troops seized almost 100 square kilometers (approx. 37 sq. miles) more than in the final quarter of 2023. The Ukrainian military’s current pace of territorial loss could be attributed to ammunition shortages and challenging weather conditions. Despite the increased rate of Russian territorial gains, the ISW does not believe this signifies a potential for significant Russian operational success. Read also: Russian forces destabilize Ukrainian defensive lines and prepare for summer offensive amid delays in Western security assistance The rep…