УКР On February 24, 2025, Ukraine and the world will commemorate the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion. Nearly 1,100 days of war have left behind an immense human toll and destruction.
Here are some facts about this war.
- 12,654 civilians killed – a 30% increase in 2024 compared to 2023, including 673 children
- 29,392 civilians wounded, among them 1,865 children
- More than 46,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed
- Tens of thousands are prisoners of war (POW) or missing
- Over 380,000 Ukrainian defenders wounded, with 82% returning to service after recovery
Women on the Frontlines.
- 5,000 women are serving directly on the front lines, among 42,000 women in the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Targeting Civilian Infrastructure.
- 790 Russian attacks have destroyed or damaged hospitals and medical facilities
- 1,670 Russian attacks have destroyed or damaged schools and colleges
- 19,500 Ukrainian children have been forcibly deported to Russia
The Cost of Defense.
- $320 billion spent on armaments over three years:
- $120 billion from Ukraine’s domestic budget
- $200 billion in aid from the U.S. and the EU
Ukrainian Defense Successes.
- For the first time, Ukrainian forces shot down a Russian Kinzhal hypersonic missile using the U.S. Patriot air defense system—a milestone in modern warfare.