Russia’s Losses in Ukraine Continue to Grow
Since February 24, 2022, when Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the country has lost a significant number of troops and equipment. According to the Ukrainian General Staff, Russia has lost 750,610 soldiers in just over two years.
This number includes casualties from just one day, which were reported as 1,660 Russian forces killed or injured. In addition to these human losses, Russia has also suffered significant damage to its military hardware, including:
* 9,514 tanks
* 19,518 armored fighting vehicles
* 30,899 vehicles and fuel tanks
* 21,043 artillery systems
* 1,253 multiple launch rocket systems
* 1,020 air defense systems
* 369 airplanes
* 329 helicopters
* 20,023 drones
* 28 ships and boats
* 1 submarine
A group called Atesh claimed responsibility for disrupting Russian supply lines by burning down a relay cabinet in Moscow Oblast.
Concerns Grow Over Musk’s Ties to Russia
The Ukrainian Congress Committee of America expressed concerns about Elon Musk’s ties to Russia, including the alleged use of his Starlink system by Russian forces in Ukraine. This has sparked worries that Musk’s business interests are not aligned with Ukraine’s security needs.
Changes to Gas Purchases in Russia
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin recently signed a law allowing gas purchases to be settled through offsetting mutual debts, rather than just through Gazprombank. The US had previously sanctioned Gazprombank on November 21.
US Support for Ukraine Continues to Grow
The US has pledged to send hundreds of thousands of artillery rounds, thousands of rockets, and hundreds of armored vehicles to Ukraine before mid-January. The country also offered to train Ukrainian soldiers at sites beyond Ukrainian territory.
Russia’s Artillery Advantage Drops
According to officials, Russia’s artillery advantage against Ukraine has dropped from a ratio of five to one in favor of Russia to just 1.5 rounds per Ukrainian shell.
Ukraine Meets with US Officials
A Ukrainian delegation met with top incoming government officials and aides to President-elect Donald Trump in Washington on December 4.
EU Supports Ukraine’s EU Integration Efforts
The European Union Ambassador to Ukraine, Katarina Mathernova, announced 25 million euros ($26.5 million) in funding for Ukrainian non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society organizations that will work towards Ukraine’s eventual EU integration.
Russian Neo-Nazi on Trial for War Crimes
A Finnish court began trial on December 5 for Yan Petrovsky, a Russian neo-Nazi mercenary, who is accused of war crimes committed while leading a Russian neo-Nazi unit in eastern Ukraine between 2014 and 2015.
Collusion with Russia Suspected in Online Casino Case
The beneficial owners and top managers of one of the most popular online casinos in Ukraine, Pin-Up, are suspected of collaborating with Russia, according to Ukrainian investigators.
Ukraine’s President Demands Guarantees for Security
Zelensky emphasized that effective guarantees are needed for Ukraine’s security, including real alliances, a real security foundation within the country, and weapons that enable defense and deterrence against the enemy.
Coffin Prices Soar in Russia
The price of coffins in Russia has increased by 74% since the beginning of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, according to the Moscow Times.
Novyi Komar Village Under Threat
A village called Novyi Komar with a pre-war population of less than 500 people is located near Russian-occupied Vuhledar.
New Generation of Drones Offers Hope for Ukraine
Ukraine’s Defense Minister said that the new generation of DeepStrike drones can operate autonomously over long distances and hit targets with high accuracy.
Russian-Occupied Crimea Mobilizes Thousands of Residents
Nearly 5,500 residents of Russian-occupied Crimea were mobilized into the Russian army in 2024, according to a report by Ukraine’s Mission in Crimea.
EU Prepared to Compensate for US Withdrawal from Loan Agreement
Polish Deputy Finance Minister Pawel Karbownik said that the European Union is prepared to compensate if the US withdraws from a $50 billion multilateral loan agreement for Ukraine.
Zelensky Confirms Torture Death of Russian-Occupied Mayor
Ukraine’s President confirmed that Yevhenii Matvieiev, the mayor of occupied Dniprorudne in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, was tortured to death in Russian captivity.
Germany Resists Calls for Military Intervention
Germany’s conservative opposition leader Friedrich Merz said on December 4 that speculations about deploying German troops to ensure a ceasefire are irresponsible at this time.