Russian losses exceed 1.2 million: General Staff reports new figures for January 3.
According to ТСН: As of the morning of January 3, 2026, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have destroyed 1,210,630 servicemen of the Russian Federation. In the previous day, an additional 750 were eliminated.
This information was disclosed by the General Staff.
Total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 03.01.26 are approximately:
personnel - about 1,210,630 (+750)
tanks - 11,497 (+3)
armored fighting vehicles - 23,855 (+4)
artillery systems - 35,744 (+24)
MLRS - 1,590 (+1)
air defense - 1,267
aircraft - 434
helicopters - 347
operational-tactical UAVs - 99,582 (+539)
cruise missiles - 4,137
ships / boats - 28
submarines - 2
automotive vehicles and fuel tankers - 72,688 (+101)
special equipment - 4,035
According to the information,
Russian losses are increasing at a record paceover the last 10 months of 2025. Experts believe that confirmed data represent 45-65% of the actual figures.
This data indicates significant pressure on the Russian army, which has been ongoing for quite some time. High losses may affect further military strategies and actions of the RF, as well as the course of the conflict in general. Analysts urge caution in assessing events, considering the difficulties in obtaining accurate figures under such conditions.
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