Troop Casualties in Ukraine War Near 2 Million, Study Finds

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Helene CooperJanuary 27, 2026 at 06:54 PM

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A new study by the Center for Strategic and International Studies estimates that Russian and Ukrainian troop casualties (killed, wounded, or missing) in the ongoing war will reach nearly two million by spring 2026. Published on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, the study puts Russian losses at nearly 1.2 million and Ukrainian losses at close to 600,000. The figures are based on American and British government estimates, among other sources, as accurate casualty counts are difficult to obtain. Despite heavy losses, Russia has made slow progress, seizing 1.5% of Ukrainian territory since January 2024, and now occupies about 20% of the country. The report was released after talks between Russian, Ukrainian, and American officials concluded on a positive note.

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