Over 100,000 Russian Soldiers Killed in Ukraine War – Nearly 200,000 New Troops Being Recruited |

​Over 100,000 Russian Soldiers Killed in Ukraine War – Nearly 200,000 New Troops Being Recruited |                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  April 16, 2025, the ongoing war in Ukraine has resulted in significant casualties among Russian forces. Reports indicate that over 70,000 Russian soldiers have been killed since the conflict began in February 2022. Additionally, U.S. intelligence assessments estimate that more than 315,000 Russian troops have been either killed or wounded, accounting for approximately 87% of Russia's pre-war military personnel.​

In response to these heavy losses, the Russian government has initiated a large-scale military draft. Since April 1, approximately 160,000 young men aged 18 to 30 have been called up to join the military, marking the largest conscription effort since 2011. Authorities have tightened regulations to prevent evasion, including extending the age limit for conscription from 27 to 30 and making draft notices valid for one year.​

Individuals who fail to comply with the draft may face restrictions such as bans on taking loans, opening businesses, traveling abroad, and receiving certain state benefits. Despite these measures, many conscripts are being deployed to regions near the Ukrainian border, such as Belgorod and Kursk, where the risk of Ukrainian attacks is high.​

Efforts to avoid conscription include claiming health issues, pursuing higher education, seeking family exemptions, feigning mental illness, going into hiding, or leaving the country. However, authorities often reject these applications. In Moscow, where digital surveillance is extensive, evading conscription has become increasingly difficult.​

These developments highlight the severe human cost of the conflict and the Russian government's determination to replenish its military forces despite the ongoing challenges.