Talk:Russian invasion of Ukraine/FAQ
 | Below are answers to frequently asked questions about the corresponding page Russian invasion of Ukraine. They address concerns, questions, and misconceptions which have repeatedly arisen on the talk page. Please update this material when needed. |
Q1: Questions about article title issues and changes?
A1: There have been many requests to change the title of this article. The last successful one resulted in a consensus to change the title to "Russian invasion of Ukraine": this link.
Q2: Why is Ukraine not a part of the NATO military alliance?
A2: In 2008 Ukraine applied for membership to the NATO military alliance and was rejected from the alliance, at the same time as Georgia was rejected from the NATO military alliance. As of 2023 with Finland being added to the NATO military alliance, Ukraine is still not a member of the NATO military alliance.
Q3: Why does the article show explicit images?
A3: Wikipedia is not censored, and articles may include content that some readers may find objectionable if it is relevant and adds value to the article. See the Content Disclaimer for further information.
Q4: Can you add X country to the infobox because it is sending weapons to Ukraine? Why isn't NATO in the infobox?
A4: A discussion took place to decide whether countries supplying arms should be listed in the infobox, and the outcome was 'No Consensus'.
Please do not add individual countries without discussing here first. While consensus can change, please review the closed discussion, and try to bring forward novel arguments.
Please do not add individual countries without discussing here first. While consensus can change, please review the closed discussion, and try to bring forward novel arguments.
Q5: Can you update the losses claimed by Russia/Ukraine?
A5: This generally happens quickly after they are published. Please don't make an edit request.
Q6: Why is the map in the infobox outdated/wrong?
A6: The map is only as accurate as publicly available reliable sources. Please remember that due to the operational secrecy and the disinformation efforts by all sides, as well as the fog of war, the map may not be able to meet any particular standard for completeness or accuracy until well after the conflict is over.
If you believe you can offer constructive feedback which would improve the map, supported by reliable sources, please leave a comment at File talk:2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.svg. There is no use in leaving it here.
If you believe you can offer constructive feedback which would improve the map, supported by reliable sources, please leave a comment at File talk:2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.svg. There is no use in leaving it here.
