The staggering toll means twenty Russian soldiers die for every single meter of territory gained, while some surviving Russians now use social media platforms to desperately warn potential recruits against joining what they call "not their war."
Russia systematically uses deceived Central Asian migrants and forcibly mobilized separatists from occupied areas as cannon fodder, reflecting Moscow's willingness to sacrifice marginalized populations for symbolic land victories.
Just days into his role, Denys Shmyhal faces a double crisis: securing billions in Western aid while Russia signals its refusal to peace with a fresh wave of strikes.
The completion of the 24-aircraft donation comes as Ukrainian forces face daily Russian air attacks, with the jets providing enhanced survivability over outdated Soviet aircraft.
Moscow's peace negotiators add new demands for Ukraine while their commanders quietly position a massive combat-ready force for a decisive spring offensive before any US-forced ceasefire or sanctions.
The UK is working to arrange a meeting of European leaders to discuss Russia's war in Ukraine following concerns about US President Trump's unilateral peace efforts.
The Ukrainian government has introduced a preferential loan program to help domestic arms manufacturers increase production and speed up deliveries to the military.