Human toll of Russia's war in Ukraine explained in graphics DW 02/24/2025
Briefly

The conflict in Ukraine, ignited by the Russian invasion in February 2022, has escalated into one of the most devastating wars of the 21st century. Amidst the destruction, accurate casualty figures remain elusive, with many civilian deaths likely underreported. Various organizations are trying to quantify the impact using satellite data and military reports. While Russia initially gained significant territory, Ukraine has made some recovery, yet current reports indicate Russia's renewed territorial advances. The situation on the battlefield is dynamic, exacerbated by Ukraine's infantry shortages and the ongoing fight for control of key regions.
The war in Ukraine, which began with the Russian invasion in February 2022, has revealed a lack of accurate reports on civilian casualties that remain difficult to verify.
Despite early territorial gains, Russia faced significant setbacks by the end of 2022, though recent reports suggest that they are regaining control of some areas.
Various methods, including satellite imagery and combat footage, are used to track battlefield changes, highlighting the complexity of obtaining reliable data in war.
With the conflict ongoing, the dynamics on the battlefield remain unstable as Ukraine struggles with troop shortages which impacts their recovery of lost territories.
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