A report from GUR alleges that the actions of Russia constitute a systematic policy aimed at diminishing Ukrainian identity and facilitating population replacement within Ukrainian territories. The report specifically addresses the demographic situation in areas temporarily controlled by Russian forces. According to the findings presented, the conditions within these occupied territories have resulted in significant demographic instability.
The report notes that birth rates are extremely low, while mortality rates are reported to be exceptionally high, exceeding even established Russian averages. Focusing on the Donetsk region, the document states that the natural decrease in population reached 9.9%. This figure is claimed to be 2.4 times worse than the average Russian decline rate.
Furthermore, intelligence data cited within the report indicates a substantial population decrease of 100,000 individuals in the Donbas region over a ten-year period. These demographic indicators are presented in the context of ongoing conflict, with Ukrainian officials, including V. Zelenskyy, reiterating statements regarding the continuation of aggression by Russia.
The data suggests severe strain on the local population structure within the occupied zones, highlighting drastic shifts in demographic metrics compared to established national averages.
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