Russian Military Losses as of January 23, 2026
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released updated figures on Russian military losses as of the morning of January 23, 2026. This date marks the 1,430th day of the full-scale war in Ukraine, highlighting the conflict's protracted and costly nature.
Reported Loss Figures
According to the data provided, Russia's personnel losses are estimated at approximately 1,232,090, with 1,280 reported killed in the last 24 hours. The report also details significant equipment losses:
- Tanks: 11,599 (+3)
- Armored Combat Vehicles: 23,946 (+3)
- Artillery Systems: 36,549 (+33)
- Multiple Launch Rocket Systems: 1,623
Within the Air Force, losses include 434 aircraft and 347 helicopters, while 1,282 air defense systems remain unchanged from the previous report.
Additionally, Russia is reported to have lost:
- Operational-Tactical Level UAVs: 113,277 (+449)
- Cruise Missiles: 4,190
- Ships & Boats: 28
- Submarines: 2
- Vehicles & Fuel Tankers: 75,556 (+140)
- Special Equipment Units: 4,050 (+1)
These sustained and mounting losses underscore the intense and ongoing combat operations across the front lines.
These figures indicate a substantial degradation of the Russian armed forces' combat potential and emphasize the prolonged duration of the conflict.
Source: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
The continued depletion of both equipment and personnel is likely to influence Russia's strategic calculations for future military operations. Assessing the frontline situation remains critically important for understanding the potential next steps of both sides in this war. These Ukrainian figures, while unverified by independent sources, are a key metric Kyiv uses to demonstrate Russian attrition.