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Russia's military appears to be covering up its growing death toll in Syria
Reuters

    Maria Tsvetkova, Reuters


BELORECHENSK, Russia (Reuters) - Ten Russian servicemen have been killed fighting in Syria so far this year, according to statements from the Defence Ministry.

But based on accounts from families and friends of the dead and local officials, Reuters estimates the actual death toll among Russian soldiers and private contractors was at least 40.

http://www.businessinsider.com/r-exclusive-russian-losses-in-syria-jump-in-2017-reuters-estimates-show-2017-8