Russian Military Losses Reach Over 1.25 Million Personnel by February 17, 2026

Russian Military Casualties as of February 17, 2026

According to Главком: Ukraine's General Staff has released updated figures on Russian military losses as of the morning of February 17, 2026. This date marks the 1,455th day of the full-scale war in Ukraine, a conflict that has become the largest in Europe since World War II.

According to the report, Russia's cumulative losses now approximate 1,255,340 personnel, with an increase of 890 service members recorded in the previous day alone. The data also reveals extensive losses in military hardware, including:

• 11,678 tanks (+2)
• 24,045 armored combat vehicles (+3)
• 37,323 artillery systems (+4)
• 1,648 multiple launch rocket systems
• 1,301 air defense systems
• 435 aircraft
• 347 helicopters
• 136,073 operational-tactical level UAVs (+614)
• 4,288 cruise missiles (+2)
• 29 ships/boats
• 2 submarines
• 78,725 vehicles and fuel tankers (+71)
• 4,071 units of special equipment

These figures indicate a continuation of substantial losses for Russian forces in Ukraine, which may be affecting the overall condition of their armed forces and combat capabilities. Given the protracted nature of the conflict, such numbers point to significant strain on the front lines, with potential strategic consequences for both sides. It is important to note that information regarding military casualties is sensitive and can be subject to varying interpretations within the context of war.