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The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 19.01.25: personnel: about 818 740 (+1 580) persons tanks: 9 811 (+8) troop-carrying AFVs: 20 412 (+18)artillery systems: 22 055 (+15) MLRS: 1 262 (+0)anti-aircraft systems: 1 046 (+0)aircraft: 369 (+0)helicopters: 331 (+0)UAVs operational-tactical level: 22 615 (+36)cruise missiles: 3 051
Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief General Oleksandr Syrskyi reported on January 20 that Russian forces suffered more than 434,000 casualties in 2024 — 150,000 of which were personnel killed in action.[1] Syrskyi stated on December 30, 2024, that Russian forces suffered 427,000 casualties in 2024, and Syrskyi’s January 20 number likely reflects additional losses
The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation continue the special military operation. In Kharkov direction, the Sever Group of Forces inflicted fire damage on formations of the national guard brigade and foreign mercenaries close to Volchansk and Malye Prokhody (Kharkov region). The AFU losses amounted to up to 35 troops, three field artillery guns,
The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 19.01.25: personnel: about 818 740 (+1 580) persons tanks: 9 811 (+8) troop-carrying AFVs: 20 412 (+18)artillery systems: 22 055 (+15) MLRS: 1 262 (+0)anti-aircraft systems: 1 046 (+0)aircraft: 369 (+0)helicopters: 331 (+0)UAVs operational-tactical level: 22 615 (+36)cruise missiles: 3 051
The Ukrainian General Staff reported on January 18 that Russian forces used ammunition equipped with chemical agents banned by the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) 434 times in Ukraine in December 2024, contributing to a total of 5,389 documented cases since February 2023.[1] Ukraine’s radiation, chemical, and biological intelligence units are monitoring
Russian Defence Ministry reports on the progress of the special military operation (18 January 2025) This morning, in response to the fire of U.S.-made ATACMS operational-tactical missiles on civilian infrastructure in Belgorod region, the Russian Armed Forces carried out a group high-precision strike against the Ukrainian defence industry facilities, including the Luch design bureau, which is designing
The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 18.01.25: personnel: about 817 160 (+1 340) persons tanks: 9 803 (+0) troop-carrying AFVs: 20 394 (+13)artillery systems: 22 040 (+21) MLRS: 1 262 (+0)anti-aircraft systems: 1 046 (+0)aircraft: 369 (+0)helicopters: 331 (+0)UAVs operational-tactical level: 22 579 (+13)cruise missiles: 3 049
From 11 to 17 January 2025, the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation carried out eight group strikes by high-precision weapons and attack unmanned aerial vehicles, which hit Ukraine’s crucial gas and energy infrastructure facilities that support the work of the Ukrainian defence industry. The strikes also engaged armament depots, a fuel base, and infrastructure of military
The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 17.01.25 personnel ‒ about 815820 (+1670) persons, tanks ‒ 9803 (+12), troop-carrying AFVs ‒ 20381 (+13), artillery systems – 22019 (+4), MLRS – 1262 (+0), anti-aircraft systems ‒ 1046 (+0), aircraft – 369 (+0), helicopters – 331 (+0), UAV
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed the Russia-Iran Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement on January 17. The agreement addresses issues spanning enhanced defense cooperation, intelligence sharing, nuclear energy use and cooperation, transportation support and development of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), and a clause stipulating that neither
January 20, 2025
Ukraine Defense Ministry
The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 19.01.25:
personnel: about 818 740 (+1 580) persons
tanks: 9 811 (+8)
troop-carrying AFVs: 20 412 (+18)
artillery systems: 22 055 (+15)
MLRS: 1 262 (+0)
anti-aircraft systems: 1 046 (+0)
aircraft: 369 (+0)
helicopters: 331 (+0)
UAVs operational-tactical level: 22 615 (+36)
cruise missiles: 3 051 (+2)
warships/boats: 28 (+0)
submarines: 1 (+0)
vehicles and fuel tanks: 34 401 (+76)
special equipment: 3 700 (+1)
Forced displacement represents one of the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time. Individuals and families, torn from the fabric of their communities, find themselves navigating a world of uncertainty, often without basic necessities or a clear path to safety. There are currently some 110 million forced displaced, and this number is growing by 10 million each year!
At the heart of this crisis are the political triggers. Armed conflicts, ethnic or religious persecutions, and systemic human rights abuses force millions to flee their homes in terror. Many are displaced within their own national boundaries, while others seek asylum abroad. If these factors change as a result of political shifts at home or the pressures from abroad, they can return to their homes. Forced displacement is thus different from environmentally driven displacement, as victims of climate change may never be able to return to their homes.
The ramifications of any sort of displacement are profound, not just for those directly affected, but also for host communities and countries. Overburdened infrastructures, socio-economic strains, and cultural tensions can arise, necessitating comprehensive strategies to foster harmony and integration. Yet the root causes of forced displacement can be remedied with a concerted focus by local players and international diplomacy.
Organizations like Refugees International play a crucial role in this arena, advocating for the rights and needs of the displaced, conducting on-the-ground assessments, and influencing policymakers to take informed actions. Their relentless work underscores the gravity of the situation and the urgency ofinternational cooperation. But they, too, are overwhelmed by the rapid expansion of the crisis.
International Humanitarian Law (IHL), with its core principles centered on the protection of civilians during conflicts, plays a pivotal role in this discourse. Yet, despite clear legal frameworks, compliance remains
inconsistent. This initiative emphasizes the importance of upholding and reinforcing these international standards.
It’s not just about recognizing the problem; it’s about active engagement. We urge governments, organizations, and individuals to prioritize the rights and needs of the forced displaced. Through collective efforts, informed policies, and sustained advocacy, we can shift the narrative from passive acknowledgment to proactive intervention.
