As of 15 March 2022, the enemy lost (destroyed completely, or lost combat capability) up to 40% of units involved in the so-called “operations” on the territory of Ukraine, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported.
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The enemy is trying to strengthen its forces by transferring to Ukraine additional battalion tactical groups formed from the units that suffered losses during the first ten days of the operation, and military mercenaries from among foreign nationals.In addition, according to available information, the russian military leadership has decided to release early cadets of higher military educational institutions in the russian federation with their subsequent involvement in hostilities against Ukraine.