Russian Military Performance and Outlook (CRS Report for Congress)
| Release Date |
Revised Oct. 10, 2024 |
| Report Number |
IF12606 |
| Report Type |
In Focus |
| Authors |
Andrew S. Bowen |
| Source Agency |
Congressional Research Service |
| Older Revisions |
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Summary:
Despite advantages of a larger recruitment base and defense
industrial capacity, the Russian military has been unable to
decisively defeat the Ukrainian Armed Forces (UAF) since
Russia’s February 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The Russian
military has suffered significant losses in personnel and
equipment. Its performance arguably has been hindered by
a rigid command and control structure, a weakened corps of
trained and professional units, and a reliance on tactics with
high casualty rates. The Russian military, however, remains
a resilient and capable adversary and continues to make
steady progress capturing territory in Ukraine. It appears
likely to sustain its operational tempo for the immediate
future.
Since 2022, Congress has supported Ukraine’s defense
against Russia’s renewed invasion. Members may consider
the Russian military’s condition and performance as they
evaluate the state of the war, assess the effectiveness of
U.S. sanctions on Russia and assistance to Ukraine, and
deliberate about whether to appropriate further military or
other assistance for Ukraine.
