Russia’s war in Ukraine – CNN”>Ukraine Reports hefty Russian Losses in Latest Daily Update
Ukraine’s Defense Forces have struck a significant blow to the Russian war machine, with recent daily losses exceeding 2,000 personnel and multiple heavy weapons, according to the latest military updates.
Russian Daily Losses on December 29:
- Personnel: 2,010
- Tanks: 7
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Total destruction since Feb. 24, 2022 (as of Dec. 30, 2022):
- Personnel: approximately 787,940 (+2,010)
- Tanks: 9,663 (+7)
- Armored Fighting Vehicles: 20,003 (+22)
- Artillery Systems: 21,494 (+44)
- Rocket Launchers: 1,256
- Air Defense Systems: 1,032
- Aircraft: 369
- Helicopters: 329
- Drones: 21,069 (+31)
- Cruise Missiles: 3,003
- Navy Vessels: 28
- Submarines: 1
- Vehicles & Fuel Trucks: 32,551 (+141)
- Specialized Equipment: 3,670
Cumulative Russian Losses
The Russian invasion of Ukraine, commencing on February 24, 2022, has resulted in catastrophic losses for the invader. According to U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Russia’s overall personnel losses topped 700,000 as of early December. Moreover, Moscow’s war effort has cost an estimated $200 billion, highlighting the economic and human toll of the conflict.
For a deeper dive into the December 28-29 losses, click here.
