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November 10, 2024
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According to Admiral Tony Radakin, 1,500 Russian soldiers were killed or wounded per day in October, which would bring the total number to 700,000 since the start of the war in Ukraine.
The month of October was the worst for the Russian army in terms of soldier losses since the start of the war with Ukraine in February 2022, the British chief of staff said on Sunday.
An average of around 1,500 Russian troops were killed or wounded per day in October, Admiral Tony Radakin told the BBC.
Russia does not reveal its death toll, but Mr. Radakin said the Last month’s death toll was the heaviest since Moscow launched a full-scale invasion of its Ukrainian neighbor.
“Russia is on the verge of 700,000 people killed or injured, which illustrates the enormous pain and suffering that the Russian nation must endure because of the ambition of President Vladimir Putin,” he said. added.
The armed forces chief admitted that Russia was making territorial gains, but stressed that these were “tiny portions of territory.”
According to him, the Russian government spends more than 40% of public spending on defense and securitywhich represents “enormous pressure” for the State.
The UK has been one of Ukraine’s main supporters in its fight against Russian aggression, providing kyiv with billions of euros in military aid, as well as weapons and training for troops.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer reiterated Britain’s “ironclad” support for Ukraine, after Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election raised concerns about Western countries’ future commitment to supporting kyiv’s war effort.
Mr Radakin reiterated that the UK would support Ukraine “as long as it takes”. “This is the message that President Putin must understand and which reassures President Zelensky,” he added.
Attack on Moscow
In the meantime, the fighting continues. The Russian Defense Ministry claimed to have neutralized in the morning 34 drones in the Moscow region, a record number in the area of the Russian capital since the start of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine in 2022. According to this source, 36 other Ukrainian drones were shot down in two regions bordering Moscow and in three others bordering Ukraine.
This operation in the suburbs of Moscow takes placet four days after a massive Russian drone attack on the Ukrainian capitalaimed almost daily for a month.
During the night from Saturday to Sunday, a new “record” attack by 145 Russian drones targeted UkraineUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky denounced on X.
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**Interview with Admiral Tony Radakin on Russian Military Losses in Ukraine**
**Interviewer:** Good afternoon, Admiral Radakin. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the recent developments regarding the Russian military in Ukraine.
**Admiral Radakin:** Thank you for having me. It’s an important topic that affects everyone.
**Interviewer:** You reported that in October, around 1,500 Russian soldiers were killed or wounded each day. How does this figure compare to previous months or periods since the war began?
**Admiral Radakin:** October was indeed the worst month for the Russian military since the start of the war in February 2022. The daily average of casualties reflects the significant toll the conflict is taking. Cumulatively, we estimate that Russia is approaching 700,000 personnel killed or injured since the invasion began.
**Interviewer:** That’s a staggering number. What do you think this indicates about the state of the Russian military?
**Admiral Radakin:** It illustrates the enormous pain and suffering that the Russian nation faces due to President Putin’s ambitions. Despite the substantial losses, Russia continues its operations, albeit with very tiny territorial gains. This paradox highlights the challenges they face on the ground.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned that the Russian government spends over 40% of its public budget on defense and security. How sustainable is this in the long term given their heavy losses?
**Admiral Radakin:** Such a high allocation towards defense puts enormous pressure on the Russian state. While they may secure some temporary gains, the sustainability of this approach, especially amid such high casualty rates, raises questions about the future of their military capabilities and overall stability.
**Interviewer:** As the UK continues to support Ukraine, what do you believe is the next step in this ongoing conflict?
**Admiral Radakin:** Continuously supporting Ukraine is crucial. It’s not just about providing military aid; it’s also about fostering international unity against aggression. Moving forward, we need to ensure that Ukraine has the resources it needs to defend itself and ultimately regain control over its territory.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Admiral Radakin, for your insights on this critical situation. Your perspective is invaluable as we navigate these complex developments.
**Admiral Radakin:** Thank you for having me.