Over a thousand days of war, the occupiers have spent more than $18 billion on shelling Ukraine.


The Russian army has fired more than 10,000 missiles and over 13,000 drones at Ukraine
Since the beginning of the war, the Russian army has launched over 10,000 missiles and more than 13,000 drones at Ukraine. The total cost of these munitions exceeds $18 billion. A large portion of the information regarding the attacks is classified.
The X-22 missiles used by the Russian army were manufactured during the USSR era and did not incur additional costs. However, Russia continues to create new missiles and drones.
Russia's total spending on military aggression exceeds $211 billion
As of February 2024, Russia's total spending on military aggression against Ukraine exceeds $211 billion. Moreover, Russia plans to spend $13 billion from 2024 to 2027 on the restoration of the occupied territories of Ukraine.
Russia has projected record defense expenditures while social funding has been cut
The federal budget of Russia for 2025 includes record expenditures for national defense, amounting to over $131 billion. At the same Time, social funding has been significantly reduced, and utility tariffs will be increased.
The state of infrastructure in Russia is deteriorating
It is also worth noting that Russia's infrastructure is becoming increasingly neglected. Most pipelines need replacement, and wastewater treatment facilities are 80% worn on average and up to 90% in some regions.
The war between Russia and Ukraine has lasted for over 1000 days
The war between Russia and Ukraine has lasted for over 1000 days, despite the enemy's plans for a 3-day war.
The Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Anatoliy Burhylovich, stated that Ukraine has successfully withstood and remains a sovereign state.
In the 1000 days of war, 52,214 newborns were born in Kyiv, and 65,655 couples got married.
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