NATO Secretary General names Russian army losses in war with Ukraine

This year, the Russian army has made progress on the front, but at a high cost. Losses in killed and wounded since the beginning of the war amount to 500,000.

This was stated by the new NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, RBC-Ukraine reports, citing his first press conference.

“Undoubtedly, Ukraine is fighting this war of self-defense. I am absolutely impressed with how much Ukraine is doing. They have shown their courage, their creativity, they are pushing back Russian forces,” he said.

According to him, the situation on the battlefield is undoubtedly difficult and complicated. The Ukrainian army, on the one hand, has occupied a part of the Kursk region in the Russian Federation, and the Russians have made some progress on the battlefield this year.

“But at a very high price. We also have the numbers. Russian losses are 1000 killed or wounded soldiers per day. This means that approximately 500 thousand have been killed or wounded. This is essential for the continuation of the Russian war,” Rutte added.

The NATO Secretary General announced an increase in aid to Ukraine “by billions,” and in October, the leaders of the countries will meet at Ramstein to discuss these needs and coordinate further support.

Author - Dmitriy Levchenko, 02/10/2024