Ukrainian forces take out 2,250 Russians in a day – highest number since 2022
The defence forces of Ukraine caused the loss of 2,250 Russian soldiers killed and wounded over the course of 21 October, marking the highest daily losses for the Russians for the entire period of the full-scale war.
Source: Ukraine's General Staff
Details: The General Staff posted the dates of the five highest daily losses for the Russians:
- 21 October 2026 – 2,250 personnel
- 19 December 2024 – 2,200 personnel
- 18 October 2026 – 2,100 personnel
- 27 September 2026 – 2,090 personnel
- 28 November 2024 – 2,030 personnel
Quote: "Three of the five highest figures were recorded in September and October 2026. The previous record stood for almost two years."
Details: Russia's losses in personnel since the beginning of 2026 have amounted to approximately 363,820. Since 24 February 2022, the Russian forces have lost around 1,572,790 military personnel.
Quote: "Enemy losses are rising month on month. In February 2026, they stood at 26,090 personnel and in September reached 46,230 personnel. September saw the highest monthly figure since the start of the year. Over the course of less than three weeks in October, occupier losses have already reached nearly 37,000 personnel."
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