Almost 500,000 Russian soldiers have been killed in Putin’s war on Ukraine, says GCHQ
UK intelligence reports that nearly 500,000 Russian soldiers have died since the start of the invasion of Ukraine in 2022. GCHQ director Anne Keast-Butler highlighted this figure during a speech, indicating that Russia is struggling on the battlefield. She also warned of increased hybrid activities by Russia against Europe and the UK, raising concerns about a wider conflict.
- ▪GCHQ director Anne Keast-Butler stated that Russia has lost almost 500,000 soldiers in Ukraine since 2022.
- ▪She warned that Russia's actions could lead to a broader conflict in Europe.
- ▪Estimates suggest that both Russia and Ukraine have suffered significant troop losses, with Russian casualties likely being higher.
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