The Russian army suffered 2,250 personnel losses on 21 October — its highest daily total since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the figures on 22 October.

Ukraine’s Defence Forces inflicted 2,250 Russian personnel casualties over the day.

“This is the highest daily figure for enemy personnel losses throughout Russia’s full-scale armed aggression against Ukraine. Ukrainians make every effort to save every military and civilian life. In Russia, however, a soldier is simply a resource, expended without concern and sent to their death,” the statement said.

The General Staff listed the five highest daily Russian personnel loss figures:

  • 21 October 2026 — 2,250;
  • 19 December 2024 — 2,200;
  • 18 October 2026 — 2,100;
  • 27 September 2026 — 2,090;
  • 28 November 2024 — 2,030.

Three of the five highest figures were recorded in September and October 2026. The previous record had stood for almost two years.

Since the start of 2026, Russian personnel losses have totalled approximately 363,820. Since 24 February 2022, the Russian army has lost 1,572,790 military personnel.

“Enemy losses are increasing from month to month. In February 2026, they stood at 26,090, while in September they reached 46,230. September recorded the highest monthly total since the start of the year. In less than three weeks of October, Russian losses had already reached almost 37,000,” the General Staff added.