Since the beginning of the war, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have liquidated about 19,000 Russian servicemen. This was reported on Friday in social networks by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
According to the Defense Ministry of Ukraine, in the period from February 24 to April 8, the combat losses of the Russian army were approximately: 700 tanks, 1891 armored combat vehicles, 333 artillery systems, 108 MLRS, 55 – air defense systems, 150 aircraft, 135 helicopters, 7 ships / boats, etc.
On the night of February 24, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the start of a special military operation in the Ukrainian Donbas.
Following this, the Russian army attacked Ukraine. Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, were subjected to missile and bomb attacks.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said in response that martial law was introduced throughout the country. The Ukrainian leader also announced a break in diplomatic relations with Russia.
The Kremlin’s actions were condemned at the UN and in most capitals of the world.
Tough sanctions have been imposed on Russia.