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- Russian forces suffered an average of over 1,500 casualties a day in October for ‘tiny increments of land,’ UK official says (newsbreak.com)
Russia’s military suffered heavy losses in October, with an average of 1,500 soldiers killed or injured daily, according to the UK’s Chief of Defence Staff. This is the highest casualty rate since the war in Ukraine began.
Despite these losses, Russia has made some territorial gains in Ukraine. However, experts believe Russia cannot sustain its current loss rates indefinitely.
The Russian military has also been bolstered by the arrival of North Korean troops. Reports indicate that Ukrainian and North Korean forces have already clashed in Russia’s Kursk region.
In addition to military losses, Russia’s economy is also under pressure due to the war. The Russian central bank has raised interest rates to a record high to combat inflation.
Experts believe Russia has enough resources to continue fighting for years, despite its economic challenges.