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Ukraine Reports 1.3 Million Russian Troop Losses Amid Drone Surge

4/12/2026

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Ukraine's General Staff on April 11, 2026 reported that Russia has lost over 1.3 million troops since the February 24, 2022 invasion, including 1,440 casualties in a single day.
Russia's casualties reached 35,351 in March 2026, largely due to drone strikes.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia's manpower issues are a strategic weakness.
Ukraine has ramped up drone production.

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Ukraine's General Staff on April 11, 2026 reported that Russia has lost over 1.3 million troops since the February 24, 2022 invasion, including 1,440 casualties in a single day.
Russia's casualties reached 35,351 in March 2026, largely due to drone strikes.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia's manpower issues are a strategic weakness.
Ukraine has ramped up drone production.