**Russia’s War Toll Reaches Staggering Numbers**
The General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces has released a devastating report, revealing that Russia has lost an astonishing 1,007,160 troops in Ukraine since the start of its full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022. This staggering figure includes 1,040 casualties suffered by Russian forces just over the past day.
The report also highlights the significant losses Russia has endured, with a total of 10,947 tanks, 22,845 armored fighting vehicles, 52,312 vehicles and fuel tanks, 29,265 artillery systems, 1,420 multiple launch rocket systems, 1,187 air defense systems, 416 airplanes, 337 helicopters, 41,165 drones, 3,369 cruise missiles, 28 ships and boats, and one submarine all being destroyed or captured.
**Russian Strikes Continue to Haunt Ukraine**
Despite the G7 summit producing “concrete results” for Ukraine, including increased military support and new tranches of aid using frozen Russian assets, Russia’s attacks on Ukraine continue unabated. Last night, Russian drones and ballistic missiles targeted the capital, killing 21 people and injuring at least 134. Damage to civilian infrastructure has also been reported throughout the city.
**Global Response to Escalating Conflict**
The international community is taking notice of the escalating conflict in Ukraine. The European Union and its allies are ready to toughen sanctions on Russia, with French President Emmanuel Macron stating that they will “not hesitate” to take further action. Meanwhile, U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg will meet Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in the coming days.
**Sanctions Debate Heats Up**
The debate over sanctions has intensified, with some arguing that Russia’s actions warrant a more severe response from the international community. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney pledged unwavering support for Ukraine, while former U.S. President Donald Trump surprisingly left the G7 summit early due to escalating tensions in the Middle East.
**Humanitarian Crisis Deepens**
The humanitarian crisis in Ukraine continues to deepen, with many civilians caught in the crossfire. The attacks on Odesa earlier this morning killed 1 person and injured 17, including a pregnant woman and a child. The situation is becoming increasingly dire, with Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry urging its citizens to leave Israel and Iran “as soon as possible” due to a serious deterioration in regional security.
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