**Russia Loses 866,000 Troops in Ukraine**
Since February 24, 2022, Russia has lost a massive number of troops in Ukraine. The General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces reported on February 21 that Russia has suffered 866,000 casualties.
In addition to the human losses, Russia’s military equipment is also suffering greatly. According to the report, Russia has lost:
* 10,161 tanks
* 21,139 armored fighting vehicles
* 38,234 vehicles and fuel tanks
* 23,528 artillery systems
* 1,295 multiple launch rocket systems
* 1,080 air defense systems
* 370 airplanes
* 331 helicopters
* 26,311 drones
* 28 ships and boats
* One submarine
This number includes the casualties Russia suffered just over the past day, which were 1,140.
**US Offers Support to Ukraine**
The US has offered additional military support to Ukraine. The new resolution mourns the casualties of the “Russia-Ukraine conflict” and “implores a swift end” to hostilities. The support would supply Kyiv with air defense systems, artillery ammunition, long-range missiles, and drones.
**International Community Shows Support**
The international community is showing its support for Ukraine. Europe must participate in potential peace talks not only because of the financial aid but also because Ukraine is a European country fighting for our values and freedom, said Austrian Ambassador to Ukraine Arad Benko.
A 60-year-old man was killed at a railway crossing in Kyiv Oblast due to a Russian drone attack on the region.
**Ukraine and US Negotiate Mineral Deal**
Ukrainian and US officials negotiated a mineral deal all night into the morning on February 21 amid a rift between the two nations over the agreement, Axios reported.
**Most Ukrainians Oppose Peace Talks with Russia**
A poll released by Ukrainian polling firm Rating suggests that 91% of Ukrainians surveyed oppose peace negotiations between the US and Russia without Ukraine’s participation.
**Canada Stands Firm Against G7 Membership Change**
Canadian Ambassador to Ukraine Natalka Cmoc said Canada is not ready for a change in the membership of the G7 and is standing its ground.
