Russia's War Losses Double Ukraine's; Casualties Nearing 2 Million: Study

• A study by the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) indicates Russia has suffered twice as many casualties as Ukraine in the ongoing conflict.
• Total casualties are projected to reach 2 million by spring, with CSIS estimating 1.2 million for Russia and 600,000 for Ukraine, including killed, injured, and missing personnel.
• The death toll is estimated at 325,000 for Russia and 100,000-140,000 for Ukraine, though accurate figures are difficult due to underreporting.
• Despite heavy losses from 'meat-grinder' assaults and slow advances (15-70 meters/day), Russia maintains troop levels through conscription, prisoner mobilization, and foreign mercenaries, including North Korean soldiers.
• Russia has captured about 20% of Ukrainian territory, including land seized before 2022, but its gains since January 2024 are minimal (1.5%).

Why It Matters: A CSIS study reveals Russia's war casualties are double Ukraine's, nearing 2 million, despite slow territorial gains.