Leaked statistics indicate nearly 500,000 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine

Leaked data from Russia’s statistics agency Rosstat indicates nearly 500,000 Russian soldiers have died in Ukraine, according to an analysis reported by The Guardian. Researcher Janis Kluge noted that monthly casualties frequently surpassed 15,000 in late 2024 and early 2025.

The findings coincide with reports detailing contentious enlistment practices inside Russia, including the recruitment of individuals with severe mental illnesses. Meanwhile, European counter-intelligence agencies remain active against Russian sabotage networks, following recent security operations in Latvia that resulted in arrests of suspected operatives.

These developments follow public remarks by retired Russian Colonel-General Leonid Ivashov, who urged an immediate end to the conflict and called for peace negotiations.

Sources: Avaz, Danas, Klix, N1, Vijesti