The text discusses the significant increase in Russian military casualties during the ongoing war in Ukraine, highlighting that 2024 was the deadliest year for Russian forces with at least 45,287 deaths. It details the casualties from specific battles, the identification of fallen soldiers, and the challenges in accurately counting deaths. The text also mentions the recruitment of volunteers and the high casualty rates among them, as well as the economic incentives for joining the military. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)