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This process can be viewed as a prolonged war of attrition—not only physically against Ukraine but also in terms of institutional decay. Russian leadership is cannibalizing its own talent pool, making its future less predictable and more unstable.

Long-Term Implications: An Uncertain Future for Russia

The recurring loss of top military figures signals deeper troubles. Dependence on personnel loyal only through fear or coercion, combined with corruption and paranoia, undermines the resilience of Russia’s state apparatus. The regime’s stability is increasingly precarious, possibly prompting security crackdowns, purges, or even internal conflicts.