Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Army Casualties and Tactics
In May, over 1,000 Russian soldiers were killed or wounded daily in Ukraine. Despite heavy losses, Russia is recruiting new soldiers to maintain pressure on Ukrainian defenses. Russian tactics have been compared to a 'meat grinder' by soldiers.
Key Points
- Over 1,000 Russian soldiers were killed or wounded daily in May in Ukraine
- Russia recruiting new soldiers to maintain pressure on Ukrainian defenses
- Tactics likened to a 'meat grinder' by soldiers
- Russian army achieved victories in Avdiivka and Bakhmut
- Drive near Kharkiv was stopped by Ukrainian defenses
Pros
- Russian army achieved victories in some areas
- Created buffer zone along the border
Cons
- Heavy casualties among Russian soldiers
- Tactics criticized for being ineffective in some areas