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The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 4.03.25: personnel: about 879 410 (+1 340) persons tanks: 10 255 (+3) troop-carrying AFVs: 21 298 (+8) artillery systems: 24 064 (+45) MLRS: 1 306 (+0)anti-aircraft systems: 1 094 (+1) aircraft: 370 (+0)helicopters: 331 (+0)UAVs operational-tactical level: 27 741
US President Donald Trump ordered a pause on US military aid to Ukraine on March 3, suspending the delivery of critical warfighting materiel. An anonymous White House official told the Wall Street Journal on March 3 that the United States is “pausing and reviewing” military aid to Ukraine until Trump “determines that Ukrainian
The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation continue the special military operation. In Kharkov direction, the Sever Group of Forces hit units of a motorised infantry brigade and a territorial defence brigade close to Volchansk (Kharkov region). The AFU losses amounted to up to 45 troops, a tank, two motor vehicles, and a NATO-made self-propelled artillery system. Units of the Zapad Group
The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 3.03.25: personnel: about 878 070 (+1 350) persons tanks: 10 252 (+11) troop-carrying AFVs: 21 290 (+16)artillery systems: 24 019 (+60) MLRS: 1 306 (+0)anti-aircraft systems: 1 093 (+2) aircraft: 370 (+0)helicopters: 331 (+0)UAVs operational-tactical level: 27 655 (+61)cruise
Ukrainian military intelligence indicated that about 620,000 Russian soldiers are operating in Ukraine and Kursk Oblast, an increase of about 40,000 personnel compared to late 2024. Ukrainian Main Military Intelligence Directorate (GUR) Deputy Head Major General Vadym Skibitskyi stated in an interview with RBK-Ukraine published on March 3 that there are 620,000 Russian
Forces launched strikes at formations of one motorised infantry brigade and one territorial defence brigade of the AFU close to Metallovka, Granov, and Volchansk (Kharkov region). The AFU losses amounted to up to 25 troops, one infantry fighting vehicle, one armoured fighting vehicle, four motor vehicles, and three artillery guns. Units of the Zapad Group of Forces improved the tactical situation. Manpower and hardware of four mechanised brigades, one airborne
The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 2.03.25: personnel: about 876 720 (+1 110) persons tanks: 10 241 (+8) troop-carrying AFVs: 21 274 (+25)artillery systems: 23 959 (+51) MLRS: 1 306 (+2)anti-aircraft systems: 1 091 (+3) aircraft: 370 (+0)helicopters: 331 (+0)UAVs operational-tactical level: 27 594 (+192)cruise
The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation continue the special military operation. In Kharkov direction, units of the Sever Group of Forces hit formations of two territorial defence brigades close to Litvinovo, Karasyovka, and Volchansk (Kharkov region). The AFU losses were up to 55 troops, one tank, two armoured fighting vehicles, two motor vehicles, and one artillery gun. Units of the Zapad Group of
The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 1.03.25: personnel: about 875 610 (+1 050) persons tanks: 10 233 (+11) troop-carrying AFVs: 21 249 (+15)artillery systems: 23 908 (+61) MLRS: 1 304 (+1)anti-aircraft systems: 1 088 (+1) aircraft: 370 (+0)helicopters: 331 (+0)UAVs operational-tactical level: 27 402 (+128)cruise
Senior US officials are suggesting that the United States may cut all aid to Ukraine, although US President Donald Trump has not indicated any such intention. Cutting the current flow of aid to Ukraine would directly undermine President Trump’s stated goal of achieving a sustainable peace in Ukraine. The New York
March 4, 2025
Ukraine Defense Ministry
The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 4.03.25:
personnel: about 879 410 (+1 340) persons
tanks: 10 255 (+3)
troop-carrying AFVs: 21 298 (+8)
artillery systems: 24 064 (+45)
MLRS: 1 306 (+0)
anti-aircraft systems: 1 094 (+1)
aircraft: 370 (+0)
helicopters: 331 (+0)
UAVs operational-tactical level: 27 741 (+86)
cruise missiles: 3 085 (+0)
warships/boats: 28 (+0)
submarines: 1 (+0)
vehicles and fuel tanks: 39 428 (+101)
special equipment: 3 768 (+0)
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!
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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
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