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Zelensky Accuses Russia of Hiding Military Deaths

6/22/2025

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has charged Russia with concealing its military losses by returning deceased soldiers disguised as Ukrainians. As fierce battles rage in the Sumy region, Russia's casualties have soared past 1 million since February 2022. Civilians are caught in the crossfire, facing relentless ground assaults and drone strikes, leading to urgent evacuations and a worsening humanitarian crisis.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has charged Russia with concealing its military losses by returning deceased soldiers disguised as Ukrainians. As fierce battles rage in the Sumy region, Russia's casualties have soared past 1 million since February 2022. Civilians are caught in the crossfire, facing relentless ground assaults and drone strikes, leading to urgent evacuations and a worsening humanitarian crisis.