Russian Military Losses Reach New High: Ukrainian General Staff Releases February 25, 2026 Figures

Russian Military Casualties as of February 25, 2026

According to Главком: As the full-scale war in Ukraine entered its 1,463rd day, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released updated figures on Russian military losses for the morning of February 25, 2026. These cumulative figures represent a significant drain on Russian military capacity over the course of the prolonged conflict.

The total personnel losses for Russia are now approximately 1,262,490, an increase of 1,070 from the previous report. Losses in major equipment categories are as follows:

• 11,701 tanks (+3)
• 24,091 armored combat vehicles (+5)
• 37,589 artillery systems (+29)
• 1,655 multiple launch rocket systems (+1)
• 1,305 air defense systems (no change)

In terms of aerial assets, Russian losses include:

• 435 fixed-wing aircraft (no change)
• 348 helicopters (no change)
• 146,457 operational-tactical level drones (+886)

The naval component remains unchanged, with 29 ships/boats and 2 submarines recorded as lost. The count of vehicles and fuel tankers increased by 145 to a total of 79,971, while special equipment rose by 1 unit to 4,075.

Impact of Losses on the Conflict

These sustained losses highlight the ongoing intensity of the fighting and the significant attrition of the aggressor nation's military resources. Analysts often monitor such data for insights into battlefield dynamics and potential shifts in the strategic plans of both sides.

In a war of attrition, statistics of this scale can influence the morale of troops and civilians, as well as affect the level of international support for Ukraine. The figures underscore the high cost Russia continues to pay for its invasion.