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Will Russia capture Kupiansk by...?
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Will Russia capture Kupiansk by December 31, 2026?

May 28, 2026, 3:41 PM EST - Dec 31, 2026, 11:59 PM EST
Total volume:
$145,433
Volume 24h:
$6,941
1,025%
Liquidity:
$21,966
40%
Open interest:
$20,003N/A

December 31

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Resolves Jan 1, 2027

Will Russia capture Kupiansk by December 31, 2026?

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At 21¢ buys you 476 shares | Odds: 20% Total Payout: $476 | Net Profit: $376 Multiplier: 4.76x | ROI: 376% High Projected APY: 8,771% 126 days to resolution
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December 31

Trade
20%
7%
Yes 21¢No 81¢
2¢
$16,277
$30,370
25%
65%
N/A
4mo 6d
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September 30

Trade
2%
Yes 2.9¢No 99.3¢
2.2¢
$5,689
$115,063
0.67%
22%
N/A
1mo 4d
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Total markets: 2

Description

This market will resolve to “Yes” if, according to the ISW map, Russia captures the Kup'yans'k-Pivdennyi railroad station (49.712076° N, 37.606819° E) located on Pryvokzalna vulytsia, in Kupiansk, Kharkiv Oblast, by the specified date 11:59 PM ET. The train station will be considered captured if any part of the icon is shaded red on the ISW map (https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/36a7f6a6f5a9448496de641cf64bd375) by the resolution date. If the area is not shaded red by the specified date, the market will resolve to “No”. For any change on the ISW map to qualify for this market’s resolution, the relevant shading indicating Russian control must persist through the next full ISW daily update cycle. If ISW skips a day, shading must persist until the next finalized ISW update is published, regardless of the date. Any continuous shading which reflects either “Assessed Russian Control”, “Assessed Russian Advance In Ukraine”, or “Assessed Russian Gains in the Past 24 Hours” will qualify. “Assessed Russian Infiltration Areas in Ukraine” will not qualify. If Russia comes into control of this territory as a result of a negotiated settlement, this will qualify for a 'Yes' resolution, regardless of whether it is shaded red in the ISW map. An announcement of a negotiated settlement that gives Russia de jure control will not qualify. Actual control must be established. Once Russia captures the railroad station, any subsequent loss of control will not be considered towards the resolution of this market. Train Station Location: https://polymarket-upload.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/Kupiansk+train+station.jpeg Kupiansk Location: https://polymarket-upload.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/Kupiansk+location.jpeg Location on Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/9Pt8PPbQvWLerHLr6 The primary resolution source for this market will be the ISW Ukraine map. If the ISW map is rendered unavailable, information from DeepStateMap (https://deepstatemap.live/) may be used. If information from both the ISW and DeepStateMap are rendered permanently unavailable, a consensus of credible reporting may be used. Note: Any temporary glitches or errors in the map will not be considered.

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This market will resolve to “Yes” if, according to the ISW map, Russia captures the Kup'yans'k-Pivdennyi railroad station (49.712076° N, 37.606819° E) located on Pryvokzalna vulytsia, in Kupiansk, Kharkiv Oblast, by the specified date 11:59 PM ET. The train station will be considered captured if any part of the icon is shaded red on the ISW map (https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/36a7f6a6f5a9448496de641cf64bd375) by the resolution date. If the area is not shaded red by the specified date, the market will resolve to “No”. For any change on the ISW map to qualify for this market’s resolution, the relevant shading indicating Russian control must persist through the next full ISW daily update cycle. If ISW skips a day, shading must persist until the next finalized ISW update is published, regardless of the date. Any continuous shading which reflects either “Assessed Russian Control”, “Assessed Russian Advance In Ukraine”, or “Assessed Russian Gains in the Past 24 Hours” will qualify. “Assessed Russian Infiltration Areas in Ukraine” will not qualify. If Russia comes into control of this territory as a result of a negotiated settlement, this will qualify for a 'Yes' resolution, regardless of whether it is shaded red in the ISW map. An announcement of a negotiated settlement that gives Russia de jure control will not qualify. Actual control must be established. Once Russia captures the railroad station, any subsequent loss of control will not be considered towards the resolution of this market. Train Station Location: https://polymarket-upload.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/Kupiansk+train+station.jpeg Kupiansk Location: https://polymarket-upload.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/Kupiansk+location.jpeg Location on Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/9Pt8PPbQvWLerHLr6 The primary resolution source for this market will be the ISW Ukraine map. If the ISW map is rendered unavailable, information from DeepStateMap (https://deepstatemap.live/) may be used. If information from both the ISW and DeepStateMap are rendered permanently unavailable, a consensus of credible reporting may be used. Note: Any temporary glitches or errors in the map will not be considered.

Frequently asked questions

The dashboard tracks real-time odds and trading activity for this geopolitical event on Polymarket. It displays the current implied probability that Russia will capture Kupiansk by the specified deadline, updated as traders buy and sell shares. You can monitor 24-hour volume of $6,752 to gauge market interest and liquidity. The dashboard also shows historical price movements, allowing you to see how market sentiment has shifted over time as new developments emerge in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Prediction market odds on Polymarket reflect real-money consensus from traders worldwide, often diverging from traditional analyst forecasts. While military analysts and geopolitical experts may issue point estimates based on intelligence and historical precedent, prediction markets incorporate continuous updates from participants with direct financial stakes. Comparing the implied probability on Polymarket to published assessments from defense think tanks or news organizations can reveal where crowd wisdom aligns with or departs from expert opinion on Russia's military capabilities and timeline.

On Polymarket, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. On Polymarket, this event is priced as a binary contract where traders speculate on whether Russia will capture Kupiansk before the deadline. The market price reflects the collective assessment of participants evaluating military advances, supply lines, Ukrainian defenses, and diplomatic developments. Share prices fluctuate based on breaking news, battlefield reports, and shifts in trader conviction. Higher prices indicate stronger belief in a Russian capture; lower prices suggest skepticism about the likelihood or timeline.

The market resolves on Jan 1, 2027. Resolution hinges on whether Russia has captured and maintains control of Kupiansk by that date. The outcome is determined by verifiable reports from credible sources documenting territorial control, including military statements, independent journalism, and geopolitical monitoring organizations. Kupiansk's status as a major logistics hub in eastern Ukraine makes its capture strategically significant. The resolution criteria require clear evidence of Russian control at the deadline to settle the market affirmatively.

Major catalysts include Russian military offensives targeting Kupiansk's supply routes, Ukrainian counteroffensives or defensive reinforcements, shifts in Western military aid to Ukraine, and diplomatic negotiations. Announcements of new weapons systems, changes in battlefield momentum, or statements from military commanders can trigger sharp price swings. Casualty reports, fuel and ammunition availability, and winter weather conditions affecting operations also influence trader expectations. Geopolitical escalation or de-escalation signals, sanctions changes, and leadership statements will continuously reshape market pricing through Jan 1, 2027.