By Smartencyclopedia with Agencies

Kyiv, August 30, 2024 — The Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff reported today that Russia has suffered significant losses since the onset of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022. According to the report, Russia has lost 613,590 troops in the conflict, a staggering figure that underscores the ongoing intensity and brutality of the war.

This total includes 1,200 Russian casualties in the past 24 hours alone, highlighting the relentless nature of the fighting as Ukraine continues its counteroffensive efforts across multiple fronts.

In addition to the human toll, the Ukrainian General Staff provided detailed figures on Russia’s material losses. The report claims that Russian forces have lost:

• 8,574 tanks
• 16,722 armored fighting vehicles
• 23,763 vehicles and fuel tanks
• 17,572 artillery systems
• 1,175 multiple-launch rocket systems
• 940 air defense systems
• 368 airplanes
• 328 helicopters
• 14,453 drones
• 28 ships and boats
• 1 submarine

These figures, if accurate, paint a picture of a severely depleted Russian military, struggling to maintain its foothold in Ukraine amidst growing Ukrainian resistance and international pressure. The scale of the reported losses also reflects the high-intensity nature of the conflict, which has seen widespread destruction and significant casualties on both sides.

The report comes as Ukraine continues to press its counteroffensive in various regions, aiming to reclaim territories occupied by Russian forces. Despite facing a well-entrenched adversary, Ukrainian forces have made significant gains, particularly in recent months, as they receive increased military support from Western allies.

The massive losses reported by Ukraine also point to the broader challenges facing Russia in sustaining its military campaign. Western sanctions, logistical difficulties, and growing domestic dissent have compounded Moscow’s difficulties, raising questions about the long-term viability of its war effort.

However, independent verification of these figures remains challenging, and the actual numbers could differ. Both Ukraine and Russia have been accused of inflating enemy losses while downplaying their own. As the conflict drags on, the humanitarian toll continues to rise, with millions displaced and widespread devastation across Ukraine.

Currently, there appears to be no end to the conflict, with both sides gearing up for further confrontations. The international community continues to call for a negotiated settlement, but with no breakthrough in sight, the war looks set to continue, with devastating consequences for both nations.