Russia lost over 50,000 soldiers in September, NATO official reports

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A NATO official reported that Russian forces suffered over 50,000 personnel losses in September, including more than 28,000 soldiers killed. This figure represents the highest monthly total for 2026 and aligns closely with estimates from the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which reported 46,230 Russian losses for the month.

In comparison, the official noted that Ukrainian forces sustained approximately 5,000 casualties during the same period. The General Staff of Ukraine reported that total Russian losses since the start of the full-scale invasion in February 2022 have reached approximately 1,552,840 personnel.

Reports also indicate that Russia is facing increasing pressure to replenish its troops while maintaining offensive operations. Consequently, Russia's defense budget for 2026 is projected to reach 17 trillion rubles, an increase of nearly 40% over original plans.

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NATO · Russia · Ukraine · Ukraine General Staff · Volodymyr Zelensky · Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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[● 5 SOURCES] Ukraine's General Staff estimated Russian personnel losses at 46,230 for September. etv.me · www.europesays.com · rrugapress.al · www.balkanweb.com · fakti.bg
[● 4 SOURCES] Total Russian losses since the start of the invasion reached 1,552,840 as of October 11. etv.me · www.europesays.com · rrugapress.al · www.balkanweb.com
[● 6 SOURCES] Of the September losses, more than 28,000 Russian soldiers were killed. etv.me · www.europesays.com · rrugapress.al · www.balkanweb.com · fakti.bg · +1 more
[● 6 SOURCES] A NATO official reported that Russian forces suffered over 50,000 personnel losses in September. etv.me · www.europesays.com · rrugapress.al · www.balkanweb.com · fakti.bg · +1 more
[● 6 SOURCES] Ukrainian forces suffered approximately 5,000 casualties during the same month. etv.me · www.europesays.com · rrugapress.al · www.balkanweb.com · fakti.bg · +1 more
[● 2 SOURCES] Russia's defense budget for 2026 is expected to reach 17 trillion rubles, approximately 40% higher than originally planned. fakti.bg · wydarzenia.interia.pl