So, they are reporting about 6k dead and 16k wounded, which is probably an underestimate when you consider their vehicle losses. They don’t mention captured. Let’s just say, because it’s Russian source, that it’s twice that, or about 33k Kia or wounded, and throw in another 10k deserted or captured. That’s 43k of 200k troops. Or about 20-25% loss.
They say modern armies become combat ineffective at 40-60% loss rate. The next few weeks could be critical for the Russians.
I’ve read some “analysts” who say Russia will be a “spent” force in another 2-3 weeks.
I don’t really buy it.
But...
They reported 9,861 dead.