Russian rate of losses in Ukraine almost triples in one year
Summary
Russia’s military progress in Ukraine has slowed significantly in 2026, with Ukraine reclaiming territory and inflicting higher Russian casualties. Russia is also facing economic challenges due to high war costs and reduced gold reserves.Key Facts
- Ukraine retook about 400 square kilometers of territory near Dnipropetrovsk this year.
- Russia’s net land gain in Ukraine from January to May 2026 was 104 sq km, far less than 1,619 sq km during the same time last year.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reported 145,000 Russian casualties in 2026, including 86,000 killed.
- Russia’s rate of losses per square kilometer of advance nearly tripled compared to last year.
- Russia has used its gold reserves quickly to finance the war, selling 27.9 tonnes worth over $4 billion.
- Ukraine credits its success to targeting Russian supply lines with drones and artillery strikes, called the Logistical Lockdown program.
- Russia continues to use glide bombs but Sweden is donating 16 Gripen fighter jets to help Ukraine defend against these attacks.
- Ukraine has attacked Russian oil facilities that fund Russia’s war efforts.
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