Russia Faces Record Military Losses Amid Ongoing Conflict

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Russia Faces Record Military Losses Amid Ongoing Conflict
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Ukraine's Defense Ministry reported that Russian forces suffered their highest monthly casualties in May since the invasion began, with 38,940 Russian fighters lost. Daily Russian casualties reportedly exceeded 1,000, peaking at 1,740 in a single day. While these figures are difficult to verify independently, the British Defense Ministry also noted significant Russian losses, attributing them to aggressive but costly tactics. The conflict has intensified in regions like Donetsk and Kharkiv, with both sides experiencing heavy losses.

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