Over One Million Russian Casualties Raise Questions About Russia's Capacity to Sustain War in UkraineSun 1st Feb, 2026Recent assessments indicate that Russia has suffered more than one million casualties, including over 300,000 fatalities, since the onset of the conflict in Ukraine. The Russian military has relied on a strategy of deploying large numbers of troops to the front lines in an effort to overcome Ukrainian defenses through sheer numerical strength. Military analysts point out that the Russian leadership continues to mobilize additional personnel to offset these losses. Despite state-driven narratives projecting confidence, the ongoing conflict has exposed significant vulnerabilities within Russia's military and logistical capabilities. Financial pressures have also intensified, with Russia's economic resources being depleted by the ongoing war effort.

Source: The Munich Eye February 01, 2026 23:28 UTC