In May 2025, the natural increase was negative with 10 881 births and 18 781 deaths

INS data show that in May 2025, the natural increase was negative with 10,881 births and 18,781 deaths. Compared to April 2025, the number of births increased by 4% and deaths decreased by 3.8%. Almost 42% of deaths were among people aged 80 and over. There were also 10,285 marriages and 1,426 divorces. Compared to May 2024, births were down 10.9% and deaths were down 3%.