**Russia’s Heavy Toll in Ukraine: A Grim Reality**
The General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces has released a devastating report, shedding light on the staggering losses Russia has suffered since its invasion on February 24, 2022. As of May 17, Ukraine estimates that Russia has lost an astonishing 972,600 troops.
This number is a grim reminder of the human cost of war. In just one day, Russian forces have suffered over 900 casualties, adding to the already staggering total. The report highlights the brutal nature of Russia’s aggression and its failure to achieve significant gains on the battlefield.
**The Cost in Equipment and Supplies**
But the losses don’t stop at human life. Ukraine’s Armed Forces also reported that Russia has lost a staggering array of military equipment and supplies. These include:
* 10,831 tanks
* 22,553 armored fighting vehicles
* 48,809 vehicles and fuel tanks
* 27,942 artillery systems
* 1,386 multiple launch rocket systems
* 1,167 air defense systems
* 372 airplanes
* 336 helicopters
* 36,278 drones
* 28 ships and boats
* And one submarine
These numbers paint a picture of Russia’s military might being severely depleted. The losses in equipment and supplies will have significant consequences for Russia’s ability to continue its aggression.
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