Ukraine risks demographic collapse — media
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According to the magazine, the population inside Kiev-controlled territory has fallen from about 37 million to 27-28 million since 2022
LONDON, November 6. /TASS/. Ukraine risks a demographic collapse as the armed conflict drags on, The Economist reported.
According to the weekly magazine, the population inside Kiev-controlled territory has fallen from about 37 million to 27-28 million since 2022. About 3-5 million Ukrainians now live in Russia, while more than five million have moved to other countries.
According to the Kiev-based Center for Economic Strategy, only 43% of refugees plan to return home, down from 74% in 2022. Combat deaths are estimated at 150,000.