Officials within the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs have confirmed that Ukrainian drone attacks have led to the deaths of 398 Russian civilians in 2025, marking a significant escalation in casualties compared to the previous year. This figure has surged from the estimated 650 deaths in 2024, reflecting an intensification of the conflict’s impact on Russian territory. In a statement released by the MFA, officials emphasized that the losses attributed to Ukrainian aerial attacks have reached unprecedented levels, with the total number of civilian casualties since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022 now standing at approximately 7,100.
This grim update comes as tensions continue to escalate along the eastern front, where pro-Russian separatists and Ukrainian forces have been engaged in intense fighting. With each passing year, the humanitarian situation for civilians in occupied territories worsens, as infrastructure is destroyed, resources are depleted, and access to basic necessities becomes increasingly difficult. Human rights organizations have expressed concern over the growing number of civilian casualties, calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the protection of non-combatants.
Meanwhile, Western nations have issued statements condemning the violence and urging Russia to de-escalate the conflict. However, Moscow has maintained its stance of defending its actions, arguing that the measures taken are necessary to protect its national interests and territorial integrity. The ongoing conflict has had severe consequences for the Russian population, with many families displaced and living in dire conditions due to the war’s impact. Analysts warn that the situation could continue to deteriorate, with further humanitarian crises anticipated in the coming months unless a ceasefire is negotiated.