Ukraine’s General Staff reports updated Russian combat losses

Ukraine’s Armed Forces General Staff has released updated figures on Russia’s combat losses since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.

As of March 9, 2024, Russia has lost approximately 885,130 troops, with 1,180 casualties in the past 24 hours. The reported losses also include:

* Tanks: 10,274 (+6)
* Armored vehicles: 21,360 (+14)
* Artillery systems: 24,206 (+58)
* Multiple launch rocket systems: 1,310 (+3)
* Air defense systems: 1,101 (+2)
* Aircraft: 370
* Helicopters: 331
* Operational-tactical drones: 28,362 (+190)
* Cruise missiles: 3,120
* Warships/boats: 28
* Submarines: 1
* Military vehicles and fuel tanks: 39,933 (+142)
* Special equipment: 3,773 (+1)
The numbers reflect continued heavy losses for Russian forces as Ukraine defends its territory.