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Russian military losses in Ukraine have surged to their highest levels since the invasion began, with confirmed deaths nearing 160,000 and estimates suggesting up to 352,000, amid ongoing peace efforts and increased recruitment of volunteers, many of whom are motivated by financial incentives or coercion.
Kim Jong Un expressed rare emotional regret over North Korean soldiers killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine, acknowledging significant losses and meeting with their families, amid ongoing support and troop deployment to Russia.
Russian military casualties in Ukraine have reached approximately 1,018,940 since February 2022, with 1,220 soldiers lost in the past 24 hours, alongside significant losses of tanks, armored vehicles, and other military equipment, according to Ukrainian sources.
Russia faces significant delays in replacing nuclear-capable bombers damaged in Ukrainian drone strikes, with experts estimating it will take years to restore the fleet, which is crucial for Russia's long-range and strategic military operations. The strikes, carried out over 18 months, inflicted symbolic and operational damage, but Russia's nuclear capabilities remain unaffected. The ongoing delays in aircraft production and modernization, compounded by Western sanctions, pose challenges to Russia's military readiness and strategic deterrence.
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) reports that Russian forces are suffering unsustainable losses, with approximately 1,200 casualties daily, as they struggle to achieve significant victories in Ukraine. The depletion of Soviet-era military equipment and recruitment challenges exacerbate the situation, with Russia resorting to coercing migrants into military service. Discontent is growing among Russian military bloggers over high personnel losses and ineffective tactics, which could influence future decisions by President Putin.
Russia has experienced significant military losses over the past 60 days, impacting its ongoing conflict efforts.
Ukraine reports that Russia lost 1,270 troops in a single day, marking the deadliest 24 hours in over two years of conflict. This brings Russia's total losses to over 511,000 since the war began in February 2022. The UK Ministry of Defence corroborates these figures, noting that Russian forces are struggling due to limited training and the need for continuous replenishment of front-line personnel. Despite recent Russian advances in the Kharkiv region, Ukraine claims to have stabilized the new frontlines. The US has announced $675 million in additional military aid to Ukraine.
Ukraine claims that Russia lost 247 vehicles and 96 artillery systems in just 48 hours, highlighting the intense ongoing conflict in the eastern front lines. Moscow reports different figures, and independent verification is challenging. The heavy losses reflect the toll of over two years of full-scale war, with both sides experiencing significant equipment and personnel casualties.
Russia has dismissed a naval commander following humiliating losses in the Black Sea, where a British warship and fighter jets reportedly challenged Russian forces. The move comes after a series of embarrassing incidents for the Russian military, including the sinking of a naval vessel and the capture of Ukrainian soldiers.
Russia has reduced its aerial presence over eastern Ukraine after suffering significant aircraft losses, with Ukraine claiming to have destroyed 13 Russian aircraft since mid-February, including Su-34 and Su-35 jets. The Institute for the Study of War estimates that Russia has lost approximately $1 billion worth of aircraft since the start of 2024, prompting a decrease in Russian aviation activity. Despite these losses, Russia continues to pursue tactical gains in eastern Ukraine, risking further aviation losses in the process.
Russia has grounded its A-50 early warning and control planes after losing two of the valuable aircraft within a few weeks, following reported losses in Ukraine. The British Defense Ministry highlighted Russia's losses and Ukrainian gains, stating that the loss of the A-50 significantly degrades Russia's situational awareness and air support capabilities over contested airspace in eastern and southern Ukraine. The grounding comes after Ukraine claimed to have downed 14 Russian aircraft in 14 days, including the A-50, and as Russia looks to mitigate the threat posed by Ukrainian air defense.
Russia has suffered significant military losses in Ukraine, including the downing of eight Su-34 fighter-bombers, amid ongoing conflict. Social media has played a crucial role in exposing these losses, making it difficult for the Kremlin to conceal or downplay them. Ukraine has effectively utilized social media to share its victories and highlight Russian military setbacks, shaping the narrative in the Western press. The power of social media in shaping public perception and the ongoing conflict's impact on Russia's military capabilities are significant factors in the evolving dynamics of the war.
Ukrainian Air Defense Forces destroyed 98 out of 134 enemy Shahed 136/131 drones and a Ka-52 combat helicopter last week, with estimated enemy losses including 4,620 Russian occupants, 41 tanks, 99 armored combat vehicles, and other military equipment. The Defense Forces also carried out strikes on areas of enemy concentration and missile troops targeted various enemy assets, resulting in significant losses for the Russian occupiers.
Declassified US intelligence reveals that Russia has suffered significant losses in its invasion of Ukraine, with over 13,000 Russian forces killed or wounded and more than 220 combat vehicles destroyed or immobilized. Despite these setbacks, Russia remains determined to press forward, believing that a military deadlock through the winter will drain Western support for Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Washington, urging US lawmakers to provide more weapons and support. The White House is pushing for over $61 billion in supplemental funding for Ukraine, citing the need to continue supporting Ukraine's defense. Failure to back Ukraine would send the wrong message to Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.
Ukrainian officials celebrated Russia's reported loss of over 5,000 tanks since the start of the full-scale invasion in February 2022. The Ukrainian Defense Ministry claimed that their forces destroyed 55 tanks in a single day, bringing the total number of tank losses to 5,047. Additionally, Russia reportedly lost 1,380 military personnel in the past 24 hours, with a total of 292,060 casualties. However, these figures cannot be independently confirmed, and estimates of casualties and military losses vary.