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Rutte Warns Young Russians: War Costs 30,000 Deaths Monthly

6/4/2026

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Mark Rutte (NATO Secretary General) warned young Russians that joining the war in Ukraine is likely to cause death.
Rutte said more than 30,000 Russian soldiers die each month, surpassing Soviet casualties in Afghanistan over a decade.
Rutte noted Russia promises large salaries to new recruits despite the high fatality risk.
Rutte added that Russia claims NATO’s eastward enlargement and potential Ukrainian membership threaten its security.

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Mark Rutte (NATO Secretary General) warned young Russians that joining the war in Ukraine is likely to cause death.
Rutte said more than 30,000 Russian soldiers die each month, surpassing Soviet casualties in Afghanistan over a decade.
Rutte noted Russia promises large salaries to new recruits despite the high fatality risk.
Rutte added that Russia claims NATO’s eastward enlargement and potential Ukrainian membership threaten its security.