In an ongoing display of resilience and determination, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have continued to inflict significant losses on the Russian army. According to recent updates from the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine posted on Facebook, the defenders have reported substantial casualties among Russian occupiers and substantial damage to their military equipment.
Over the past day alone, Ukrainian forces claim to have killed 1,210 Russian occupiers and destroyed 39 armoured combat vehicles along with 23 Russian tanks. These figures underscore the relentless efforts of Ukrainian defenders in repelling Russian aggression and defending their sovereignty.
Furthermore, details provided by the General Staff offer a broader perspective on the cumulative combat losses sustained by the Russian forces since the onset of hostilities on February 24, 2022, up until February 16, 2024.
The statistics paint a grim picture for the Russian army, with substantial losses across various categories:
- Approximately 400,300 military personnel have been reported as casualties.
- The destruction of 6,465 tanks and 12,129 armoured combat vehicles highlights the efficacy of Ukrainian defensive tactics.
- Ukrainian forces claim to have neutralized 9,641 artillery systems, 984 multiple-launch rocket systems, and 671 air defence systems.
- Significant losses have also been reported in terms of aircraft, with 332 fixed-wing aircraft and 325 helicopters reportedly destroyed.
- The destruction of strategic and tactical UAVs, cruise missiles, ships, submarines, vehicles, and other equipment further underscores the Ukrainian Defence Forces’ success in thwarting Russian advances.
The comprehensive nature of these losses underscores the formidable resistance put forth by Ukrainian defenders against Russian aggression. As the conflict continues, the resolve of the Ukrainian people and their Defence Forces remains unwavering, with ongoing efforts to defend their sovereignty and secure a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
