**Over 101,000 Russian Soldiers Killed in Ukraine Identified by Media Investigation**
A new report by the independent media outlet Mediazona, in collaboration with the BBC Russian service, has confirmed the identities of 101,833 Russian military personnel killed in Ukraine. This number is likely to be a significant underestimate, as the Russian government does not publicly disclose casualty information.
The list of deceased Russian military personnel was compiled from verified, publicly available sources, including social media posts, local news reports, and official announcements from regional authorities. However, journalists note that the total number of casualties is likely higher than reported, with Mediazona estimating that at least 165,000 military personnel have been killed in the invasion.
**Breakdown of Russian Casualties**
Of the total confirmed casualties, at least 4,897 officers have been killed, while more than 24,800 volunteers have been killed, accounting for 24.3% of the total Russian losses. The report also notes that two-thirds of the Russian military personnel who have been killed were not regular soldiers but rather volunteers or members of territorial defense units.
**Ukraine’s General Staff Reports Higher Number of Russian Troops Lost**
As of April 16, Russia has lost a total of 936,210 troops since the full-scale invasion began, Ukraine’s General Staff reported. This estimate includes those killed, captured, wounded, and missing, and is broadly in line with estimates made by Western intelligence agencies.
**International Response to Russian Aggression**
The international community continues to condemn Russia’s aggression towards Ukraine. Polish President Andrzej Duda said that “Russia, which is behaving aggressively towards NATO and implementing its brutal and bloodthirsty imperialism, has been attacking Ukraine for three years.” The European Union is considering sending military advisors to Ukraine to organize training for the Ukrainian military.
**Russian Provocations Continue**
Despite a partial ceasefire agreement in March, Russia has violated this agreement more than 30 times since it was agreed, targeting critical infrastructure across Ukraine. Russian forces have also deployed Shahed-type “kamikaze” drones carrying toxic substances to attack Ukraine.
**Ukraine’s Resolve Remains Strong**
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that “the trend is unchanged: Ukraine will do more and more (weapons) to guarantee its security — on its own and together with partners.” The Ukrainian military has also announced that it will continue to resist Russian aggression, while the country’s prosecutors have launched a war crimes investigation after a captured and unarmed Ukrainian soldier was allegedly executed by Russian forces.
**International Support for Ukraine Remains Strong**
The United States has closed its office responsible for countering foreign disinformation, citing concerns about free speech and the rights of American citizens. India is developing a new strategy to boost its defense exports, offering long-term, low-cost loans through its state-owned Export-Import Bank to foreign buyers, including those traditionally reliant on Russian arms.
**Ukraine’s Resolve Remains Strong**
The Ukrainian government remains resolute in its commitment to resist Russian aggression. The country’s President said that “we have now agreed with the U.S. side to affirm this positive development by a relevant memorandum of intent — we are preparing a formal conclusion of the deal in the near future.” This deal is expected to lead to increased military aid and support for Ukraine from its international partners.
