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Russia's Casualties Surge: Over 1.2 Million Losses in Ongoing Conflict

1/8/2026

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As of January 8, 2026, Russia has suffered approximately 1,215,900 casualties, including 1,400 in the last 24 hours.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces reported Russia destroyed 11,521 tanks and 23,874 armored vehicles.
There were 255 frontline combat clashes as of January 7.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces reported destroying 940 Russian personnel on January 6, bringing total personnel losses to about 1,213,460.
The conflict has lasted 1,413 days.

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Story summary

As of January 8, 2026, Russia has suffered approximately 1,215,900 casualties, including 1,400 in the last 24 hours.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces reported Russia destroyed 11,521 tanks and 23,874 armored vehicles.
There were 255 frontline combat clashes as of January 7.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces reported destroying 940 Russian personnel on January 6, bringing total personnel losses to about 1,213,460.
The conflict has lasted 1,413 days.