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Russia Faces Heavy Losses in Ongoing Ukraine Conflict

2/23/2026

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Russian authorities have not disclosed casualty figures for the "special military operation" in Ukraine, while reports indicate significant battlefield losses for Russia.
In towns visited over the past two years, museums and monuments honor soldiers killed in Ukraine, according to reports.
Local cemeteries include designated sections for recent war casualties.

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Russian authorities have not disclosed casualty figures for the "special military operation" in Ukraine, while reports indicate significant battlefield losses for Russia.
In towns visited over the past two years, museums and monuments honor soldiers killed in Ukraine, according to reports.
Local cemeteries include designated sections for recent war casualties.