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Russian losses as of January 8, 2026: over 1.2 million personnel and 11.5 thousand tanks

Втрати російських військ станом на 8 січня 2026 року: більше 1,2 мільйона осіб та 11,5 тисяч танків.

Updated data on Russian occupiers' losses

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated data on Russian occupiers' losses as of January 8, 2026. According to the latest information, the personnel of the Russian Federation in the war with Ukraine amounts to about 1,215,900 individuals. The losses of equipment are also significant.

Major losses of the Russian military

  • Tanks: 11,521
  • Armored combat vehicles: 23,874
  • Artillery systems: 35,874
  • Multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS): 1,596
  • Air defense systems: 1,269
  • Aircraft: 434
  • Helicopters: 347
  • Operational-tactical level drones: 102,074
  • Missiles: 4,137
  • Ships and boats: 28
  • Submarines: 2
  • Automobile equipment and tank trucks: 73,336
  • Special equipment: 4,037

It is reminded that the full-scale war in Ukraine is now in its 1415th day.

This data indicates the massive losses of the Russian military throughout the conflict, which, in turn, may affect Russia's military strategy in Ukraine. The update of loss information also emphasizes the duration of the war, which has lasted for more than four years, and its impact on both sides of the conflict. Given the large number of equipment losses, this may indicate difficulties in providing and supporting military operations of Russian forces.