Over 500,000 Russian troops killed in Ukraine since invasion began

In Ukraine, British defense officials reported that over half a million Russian troops have been killed since the invasion began in February 2022. This figure aligns with Ukrainian military estimates, indicating a total of around 1.5 million Russian casualties, including wounded and missing. The conflict has severely impacted Russia's military capabilities and economy, with significant losses occurring since January 2023.

Over 500,000 Russian troops killed in Ukraine since invasion began
Updated Sep 12, 2026 First reported Sep 11, 2026
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