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Ukraine Reports 1.28M Russian Troops Lost Amid Conflict

3/26/2026

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As of March 25, 2026, the Ukrainian General Staff says Russia has lost about 1,280,960 troops since February 24, 2022.
The Ukrainian General Staff also reports 11,806 tanks and 196,351 drones among Russia's losses.
President Volodymyr Zelensky indicated at least 55,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed.
Independent estimates suggest Russian casualties exceed Ukraine's, with Ukraine's total casualties between 500,000 and 600,000, and identification remains hampered.

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As of March 25, 2026, the Ukrainian General Staff says Russia has lost about 1,280,960 troops since February 24, 2022.
The Ukrainian General Staff also reports 11,806 tanks and 196,351 drones among Russia's losses.
President Volodymyr Zelensky indicated at least 55,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed.
Independent estimates suggest Russian casualties exceed Ukraine's, with Ukraine's total casualties between 500,000 and 600,000, and identification remains hampered.