France has estimated that 150,000 Russian soldiers have been killed in Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, according to Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne in an interview published on Friday.
In a conversation with the Russian independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta Europe, Sejourne stated that Paris assessed the total Russian casualties, including the wounded, at 500,000 since the beginning of the war, now in its third year.
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"Europe and its partners will remain united and determined, for as long as necessary. Russia's military setback is already apparent. We estimate Russian military losses at 500,000, including 150,000 deaths," he said.
"All of this for what?" he asked. "This can be summed up in two words: for nothing," he added.
Russia has not disclosed information on its casualties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed in February that 180,000 Russian troops had been killed in the war.
According to Britain's estimates, approximately 450,000 Russians have been killed or wounded in Ukraine.
The BBC reported in April that more than 50,000 Russian military personnel have died, citing its own reporters, independent media group Mediazona, and volunteers.
Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a "special military operation" at dawn on February 24, 2022, which has since evolved into a bloody attrition war, isolating Russia from the West.
Some military analysts believe that Russia could be on the brink of launching a major new offensive in Ukraine.
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Discussing frozen Russian assets in the European Union, Sejourne reaffirmed that the funds could be used to finance Ukraine's defense against the invasion but did not provide specifics.
"With the rise in rates, these assets have generated almost 4 billion euros in revenue in 2023. We want them to be used to finance defense and reconstruction efforts in Ukraine."
Novaya Gazeta Europe was founded by exiled journalists from Russia's top independent newspaper Novaya Gazeta shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine.
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Comments (5)
@S foreskin,
Actually there is no contradiction, but you obviously did not read the article. As English is obviously not a language of competence for you, your lethargic attempt to understand the article and thus subsequent confusion is understandable.
Ukraine's numbers are similar to both the UK and American intelligence estimates for total casualties which includes injured and dead. The 150K French estimate in the headline of this article is only for the number of invading ocrs now DEAD. AS you read further the French are also estimating around 500K russian CASUALTIES.
Fortunately for russians they don't seem to mind so many died soldiers dying for putin's greedy, illegal, immoral war. As it turns out the Ukrainians (and shortly also their allies) are also okay with causing the invaders these casualties. Ukraine's global supporters are also now comfortable supporting this defensive necessity in escalating fashion. Bigger better weapons on their way...the number of russian casualties should really start spiking shortly.
Russian people deserve also freedom , righteousness and prosperity coming with good positive reforms ...
Be aware Russians and hope you can democratize your nation for more equitable world , peaceful living , thtivkng and fairness ...
@Reborn again and liberation within Russia .., the Russian citizens have never worked to gain freedom? I do not expect these cowards will do so now either.... Russians just accept the lies, deceit and corruption... they ignore the leaders and live in a hidden world of self. Too afraid to come out and take a real stand... no you will never see Russians pushing for freedom!
This is a major difference between Russians and Ukrainians. Ukrainians will not submit, no matter what... A Ukriane grandmother has more courage than all the population of Russia!
Until the new equipment gets in , be creative and resourceful in doing your best...
You are reborn into a better and more powerful nation state ...
New drones are making a difference inside Ukraine until all various major military assets and equipment gets into the equation or the fields ... Things could change suddenly and unexpectedly but keep faith and trust in the omnipotent superpower of the divine spirit...
It is said that Russia might take the assets of foreign companies in Russia if all the Russians reserves in Europe were to be confiscated...They can now take the returns on Russian financial foreign reserves in Europe or the interest on the money . Remember that it would be better for Europe to shield or armour itself with God help to reduce Russian financial and economic influence as Russia posses vast amount of natural resources and financial resources...It is thoughts to be weighed and discussed back and forth first before choosing to adapt and respond accordingly ...