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Putin's cost of war: 125,800 dead and a shaky economy!
Russia is suffering huge losses in the Ukraine conflict while the economy is suffering from recruitment shortages.
Putin's cost of war: 125,800 dead and a shaky economy!
In the Ukraine conflict, the Russian army is suffering significant losses, which not only undermines Putin's military efforts, but also destabilizes Russia's economy. According to an analysis by the Institute for War Studies (ISW), the situation on the Donbass front has worsened dramatically. The Russian armed forces lost an estimated 125,800 soldiers between September and November 2024, including many wounded and killed. This equates to a huge blood price of 53 Russian citizens per square kilometer paid for conquered territory in Ukraine, according to this today.at.
Russia is struggling with a massive personnel shortage
The high recruitment rate of up to 42,000 new soldiers per month cannot cover the enormous losses, experts warn. The Russian central bank faces rising inflation and a dramatic labor shortage, threatening sustained military commitment. ISW analysts emphasize that the presence of new recruits in the army could further aggravate the already tense situation on the labor market. The dominant problems of the Russian economy—limited in its labor potential and compounded by military demands—point to a serious dilemma Statista reports that Ukraine is also facing high losses of military vehicles and equipment. This shows the devastating consequences of a prolonged war for both sides.
Despite the challenges, Russia is trying to secure its influence on the front lines. But the mounting casualties and economic difficulties could lead to a destabilized situation in the long term, affecting not only military operations but also the daily lives of citizens. The dramatic developments in Ukraine present both warring parties with massive challenges in a conflict that continues to be associated with enormous human and economic costs.