**Russia’s Heavy Toll in Ukraine: A Grim Reality Check**
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has been ongoing for over a year now, and the numbers are staggering. According to a recent report by Ukraine’s Armed Forces, Russia has suffered an enormous loss since February 24, 2022.
**1 Million Troops Lost: The Human Cost**
The most disturbing statistic is the estimated 1,062,290 Russian troops that have been lost or killed in Ukraine since the beginning of the invasion. This number puts into perspective the sheer scale of human lives lost on both sides of the conflict. It’s a grim reminder of the devastating consequences of war.
**Russian Military Hardware Wiped Out**
But it’s not just the human cost that is eye-opening. The report also reveals a staggering loss of military hardware, including 11,088 tanks, 23,103 armored fighting vehicles, and 57,856 vehicles and fuel tanks. Russia has also lost significant artillery systems (31,273), multiple launch rocket systems (1,456), air defense systems (1,204), airplanes (421), helicopters (340), drones (50,315), ships and boats (28), and even a submarine.
**A Reality Check for the West**
These numbers should serve as a reality check for Western leaders who have been hesitant to take a firm stance against Russia’s aggression. The idea that Russia is still capable of mounting a strong military presence in Ukraine despite these losses is, quite frankly, absurd. It’s time for the international community to reassess its response and provide meaningful support to Ukraine.
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