In very general terms, you would expect to see larger numbers of soldiers and tanks to be reported lost when Russia is on the offensive, as those are sent out to spearhead attacks on Ukrainian lines. When the Russians are on the defensive, expect larger numbers of artillery, special equipment and vehicles to be destroyed, as Ukrainian forces strike Russian lines. When the Russians are in a desperate situation, offensive or defensive, expect aircraft numbers to rise as they demand their pilots take greater risks to support ground forces.

[–] LordR@kbin.social 5 points 2 years ago (1 children)

So like the helicopters in the last few days?

[–] jrs100000@lemmy.world 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Yes thats right.

[–] LordR@kbin.social 3 points 2 years ago (1 children)

So those helicopter losses and Russia building up their defences close to Crimea seem to indicate that they are losing or at least massively worried about losing.
I really hope Ukraine can end this conflict fast!

[–] jrs100000@lemmy.world 4 points 2 years ago

At least in some areas. Just based on the loss numbers I would say they have had a very bad week. Of course the reports were getting are from Ukraine only, and even if they are completely accurate they can only paint a very vague picture of battle field conditions on their own.