Casualties among Russian troops in Ukraine exceed 1 million, according to Kyiv's statements.
The Numbers Behind the War in Ukraine:
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Ukraine's Armed Forces General Staff reported on Thursday that Russia has suffered a staggering loss of over 1 million troops since the full-scale invasion began on February 24, 2022. This significant figure is not just a statistic, but a symbol of resilience for Ukraine.
The report includes 1,000,340 troops who have been killed, wounded, or incapacitated. In addition to this human toll, Russia has lost substantial military equipment:
- Tanks: 10,933
- Armored fighting vehicles: 22,786
- Vehicles and fuel tanks: 51,579
- Artillery systems: 29,063
- Multiple launch rocket systems: 1,413
- Air defense systems: 1,184
- Airplanes: 416
- Helicopters: 337
- Drones: 40,435
- Cruise missiles: 3,337
- Ships and boats: 28
- A submarine: 1
According to the General Staff, these losses have been particularly intense in recent years, with over 628,000 troops lost since the start of the war. This number represents a powerful message of resistance and a testament to Ukraine's resilience in the face of adversity.
The General Staff released this report to emphasize that these losses are more than mere numbers—they represent lives and stories, many of which are linked to significant moments of resistance throughout Ukraine. From the Red Forest near Chernobyl to the waters of the Dnipro near Antonivsky Bridge, memories of battles and sacrifices live on.
The General Staff's statement offers a glimpse into the emotional and symbolic importance of this one-million mark, referencing instances such as the struck maternity hospital in Mariupol and the destroyed Okhmatdyt hospital in Kyiv, as well as the tears, civilians, and homes devastated by the conflict.
Ukraine expresses gratitude to every soldier who has contributed to this battle, understanding that each eliminated occupier brings them one step closer to a just peace. The General Staff reflects on this milestone, acknowledging the countless sacrifices made and the strength demonstrated in overcoming such immense loss.
Estimating the Average Daily Losses
Since the beginning of the war, Ukraine has been tracking and publishing Russian losses daily. These numbers continue to rise, with the General Staff estimating that:
- 2022: Russia lost an average of 340 troops per day (106,720 in total)
- 2023: The average daily losses jumped to 693 (253,290 in total)
- 2024: Daily losses exceeded 1,000 (430,790 in total)
In 2025, the average daily losses have risen to 1,286 troops per day, according to the General Staff's most recent reports.
These estimates align with estimates from Ukraine's western allies. In April 2025, Deutsche Welle reported that, according to a senior NATO official, Russia's losses surpassed 900,000 troops, including approximately 250,000 deaths—significantly higher than the General Staff's reported numbers.
It's essential to remember that these calculations are based on estimates and may not entirely reflect Ukraine's General Staff daily loss data directly. For a more precise calculation of fatalities, we can assume that around half of the total casualties have been fatalities. Under this assumption, Russia has suffered approximately 395,000 fatalities since the invasion began.
Whether or not these numbers capture the full depth of the suffering experienced by both sides, they serve as a sobering reminder of the human cost of war and the resilience and heroism displayed by Ukraine in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.
The escalating losses in the War in Ukraine are not solely numbers but a reflection of political conflicts and general news that have impacted global stability. The increasingly high average daily losses reported by Ukraine's Armed Forces General Staff serve as a distressing symbol of the continuing war-and-conflicts and the human toll it takes.
