A recent study published by exiled Russian media outlets estimates the number of Russian deaths in Ukraine at 219,000.
The study, which verifies 135,000 deaths among the Russian military, suggests a significantly higher probable number of fatalities.
The Kremlin launched a “special military operation” against Ukraine in February 2022.
The actual number of casualties suffered by both sides remains one of the most guarded secrets of the war.
The study provides a meticulous look into Russian losses, shedding light on the human cost of the conflict.
Author's summary: Russia's losses in Ukraine estimated at 219,000.