Feb 17 β€’ 07:52 UTC πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦ Ukraine Kyiv Independent

General Staff: Russia has lost 1,255,340 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

The Ukrainian General Staff reports that Russia has lost over 1.25 million troops since the invasion began in February 2022.

The Ukrainian General Staff has released a report stating that Russia has lost approximately 1,255,340 troops since the onset of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. This staggering number reflects the ongoing toll of the conflict on the Russian military and highlights the significant manpower losses that have contributed to its military struggles in the region.

The report, which was published on February 17, indicates that Russian forces suffered around 890 casualties in the past day alone, emphasizing the continued intensity of the fighting. In addition to troop losses, the document provides detailed statistics on military equipment losses, including 11,678 tanks, 24,045 armored combat vehicles, and an array of other military hardware, such as artillery systems, aircraft, and operational-tactical drones. These figures illustrate the challenges faced by the Russian military as it seeks to maintain its operations in Ukraine.

This ongoing conflict has significant implications for both Russia and Ukraine, influencing military strategy and international responses to the war. The high casualty and equipment loss figures can affect morale within the Russian military and potentially alter the course of engagements as Ukraine continues to defend against the invasion. These developments may also invite further analysis from international observers regarding the military capabilities and future actions of both nations involved in this protracted conflict.

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