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Ukraine Reports 1.3 Million Russian Troop Losses Since Invasion

4/2/2026

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As of April 1, 2026, the Ukraine General Staff reports Russia has lost about 1,298,730 troops since the February 24, 2022 invasion.
Independent media outlets confirm 206,202 Russian military personnel killed, though figures may be higher.
President Volodymyr Zelensky states that at least 55,000 Ukrainian soldiers have died, with casualties estimated between 500,000 and 600,000.
Russia has not disclosed casualty figures since early in the conflict.

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As of April 1, 2026, the Ukraine General Staff reports Russia has lost about 1,298,730 troops since the February 24, 2022 invasion.
Independent media outlets confirm 206,202 Russian military personnel killed, though figures may be higher.
President Volodymyr Zelensky states that at least 55,000 Ukrainian soldiers have died, with casualties estimated between 500,000 and 600,000.
Russia has not disclosed casualty figures since early in the conflict.