The Center for Strategic International Studies (CSIS) reports that Russia has suffered 1.4 million casualties, including 450,000 deaths, since the invasion of Ukraine. Ukraine's casualties are estimated between 525,000 and 625,000, with 125,000 to 150,000 fatalities. The report indicates a casualty ratio of approximately eight Russian soldiers for every one Ukrainian soldier killed. These losses are attributed to Russia's attrition strategy, poor tactics, and Ukrainian technological adaptations.
Editor's Analysis
Missing are the official responses or counter-claims from the Russian and Ukrainian governments regarding these specific figures, as well as independent verification of the CSIS methodology. The coverage also lacks perspectives from military analysts who might challenge the reported casualty ratios.
