A high-ranking Russian general has reportedly been killed in the ongoing conflict with Ukrainian forces, marking another significant loss. Explore details of the incident and its impact on the battlefield.
In a major development on the frontlines of the ongoing conflict, Major General Pavel Klimenko, commander of Russia’s 5th Separate Motor Rifle Brigade, has reportedly been killed in combat against Ukrainian forces.
His death is a significant setback for the Russian military, as he is now the eighth general-level officer to have been killed since the war began.
According to a post on Visegrad24’s verified X account, Klimenko, a senior officer in the Russian armed forces, was reportedly leading his brigade in the contested region when he was struck down on Thursday.
The information was verified by sources associated with the @KilledInUkraine platform, which monitors Russian losses in the war.
His death highlights the ongoing impact on Russian high-ranking officers as fierce battles persist across multiple fronts.
