Over 1.35 Million Russian Troops Lost: Ukraine’s General Staff Updates Casualty Figures

Revised Russian Casualty Report Released by Ukrainian Military

According to Главком: On the morning of May 22, 2026, Ukraine’s General Staff of the Armed Forces published fresh data on Russian military losses. This update marks day 1,549 of the full-scale war in Ukraine. The statistics highlight severe attrition among personnel, equipment, and weaponry, reflecting the ongoing intensity of combat operations that have now stretched beyond four years.

Losses as of May 22, 2026

As of May 22, 2026, Russia’s total personnel losses stand at approximately 1,353,860-an increase of 880 troops. In terms of military hardware, the following has been recorded:

• 11,944 tanks (+1)
• 24,594 armored fighting vehicles (+3)
• 42,511 artillery systems (+57)
• 1,798 multiple launch rocket systems (+1)
• 1,390 air defense systems (+1)

In the air domain, losses include:

• 436 aircraft
• 353 helicopters
• 304,659 tactical-level unmanned aerial vehicles (+1,872)

At sea, Russia has lost:

• 33 ships and boats
• 2 submarines

In the vehicle category, 98,205 trucks and fuel tankers have been destroyed (+135). Additionally, the arsenal still includes 4,632 cruise missiles and 4,207 units of specialized equipment.

These updated figures underscore the relentless pace of fighting in Ukraine, which has now lasted over four years. For analysts and observers, tracking such losses is crucial for assessing both sides’ military capacity and strategic outlook, as continued attrition may hinder Russia’s ability to sustain future operations.