Russia's War in Ukraine: A Grim Toll of Casualties and Minimal Gains

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Russia's war in Ukraine has resulted in approximately 1 million casualties, with numbers expected to rise this summer.

Casualties in this conflict are the highest for both Russia and Ukraine since World War II, surpassing previous wars.

Since January 2024, Russia has gained less than 1% of Ukrainian territory, highlighting the conflict's stagnation.

The casualty figures are five times greater than all Soviet and Russian wars combined, indicating severe losses.

President Putin's approach suggests he views soldiers as expendable in this prolonged conflict.

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