Undermanned Russian Military Units in Ukraine War: ISW Report

Russian military units in the Avdiivka region of Ukraine appear to be undermanned, with losses estimated at around 4,000 soldiers. The UK defense ministry suggests that Russia has committed elements of up to eight brigades to the sector, with high casualty rates. The Institute for the Study of War has consistently assessed that Russian military units may have smaller personnel complements than their designations suggest. The operation highlights Russia's challenge of political leaders demanding more territory while the military struggles to generate effective offensive action.