Over 1,000 Russian Troops Lost in a Single Day, Ukraine’s General Staff Reports

Russian Casualties as of May 26, 2026

According to Главком: On Tuesday morning, as the full-scale war in Ukraine reached its 1,553rd day, Ukraine’s General Staff released updated figures on Russian losses. The data highlights the ongoing intensity of the conflict, which has now stretched into its fifth year.

According to the report, total Russian personnel losses have climbed to approximately 1,357,950, with 1,010 additional troops killed in the past 24 hours. Equipment losses remain substantial as well:

• Total tanks destroyed: 11,954 (daily loss: 1).
• Armored fighting vehicles: 24,615 (daily loss: 7).
• Artillery systems: 42,751 (daily loss: 64).
• Multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS): 1,804 (daily loss: 2).
• Air defense systems: 1,397 (+1).
• Aircraft: 436 (no change).
• Helicopters: 353 (no change).
• Ground robotic complexes: 1,475 (+10).
• Tactical-level UAVs: 312,035 (+1,790).
• Cruise missiles: 4,687 (no change).
• Ships and boats: 33 (no change).
• Submarines: 2 (no change).
• Vehicles and fuel tankers: 99,374 (+374).
• Special equipment: 4,221 (+3).

These figures underscore both the protracted nature of the war and the immense resources Russia continues to commit to its military campaign. The high casualty rates and equipment losses reflect sustained, large-scale combat operations. Such data may shape the strategic calculations of both sides and influence continued international support for Ukraine in its defense against aggression.