Russia ‘looking for new soldiers’; Kyiv claims 83,000 dead so far in 2026
Summary
Ukraine’s military says it is winning more battles because Russia is running out of soldiers, with Russia’s losses in 2026 reportedly over 141,500 people. To rebuild its army, Russia is recruiting more soldiers and simplifying citizenship rules in nearby regions. Ukraine has also damaged Russian oil facilities, cutting oil production and exports.Key Facts
- Ukraine’s commander says Ukrainian forces now attack more often than Russian forces.
- Russia’s reported total losses in 2026 exceed 141,500 soldiers, with over 83,000 deaths.
- Russia recruits about 800-930 soldiers daily but loses more than 1,000 daily, causing a net loss.
- Russian regions increased recruitment bonuses to attract more soldiers.
- Russia simplified citizenship for Russian speakers in Moldova’s Transnistria to find new troops.
- Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy said Russia tries to mobilize an extra 100,000 soldiers, but Ukraine doubts Russia’s ability to do so.
- Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil infrastructure have reduced Russian oil production by 460,000 barrels per day compared to last year.
- Russian oil exports fell sharply after Russia banned petroleum product exports from April to July 2026.
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