Russia’s military continues to incur substantial losses in the ongoing war against Ukraine, with Kyiv reporting that Russian troop casualties have surpassed 1.14 million.
According to a report by The Kyiv Independent, Russia has lost one million soldiers and 428 planes as of November 6, 2025, as Ukraine takes a new course in the war.
These figures come as the conflict intensifies across eastern Ukraine, marked by renewed Russian offensives, Ukrainian counterstrikes deep into Russian territory, and escalating attacks on strategic infrastructure.
Russia’s Losses as of November 6
The report indicated that Russia’s estimated losses stand at 1,147,740 personnel, with 1,170 additional casualties reported in the latest update.
The number of destroyed Russian aircraft remains at 428 planes and 346 helicopters, underscoring significant losses to its airpower.
Ukraine reports that Russia has also lost 11,329 tanks and 23,541 armoured fighting vehicles, with six more AFVs added in the latest count.
Ground equipment losses continue to rise, with 66,658 vehicles and fuel tankers destroyed, increasing to 84.
Also Read: Blow to Russia After Ukrainian Drone Attacks Halt Fuel Exports
Russian artillery systems have now sustained a total of 34,288 losses, with 15 additional cases recorded. Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) remain unchanged at 1,535.
Unmanned systems have also suffered major setbacks, with 78,430 drones reportedly down, representing a 172% increase. Cruise missile losses are unchanged at 3,918, while anti-aircraft systems remain at 1,237.
Specialised equipment losses have reached 3,991, with one additional unit reported. Naval losses remain constant, with 28 warships/boats and one submarine destroyed.
Latest Developments in the Russia-Ukraine War
The Russia-Ukraine war, now in its 1,350th day, remains a gruelling conflict centred on eastern Ukraine, with intensified Russian offensives, Ukrainian counterstrikes deep into Russian territory, and escalating attacks on civilian infrastructure.
Ukraine’s 7th Rapid Response Corps reports thwarting Russia’s attempts to sever supply lines from Rodynske to the north, maintaining defensive holds despite infiltration tactics and glide bomb barrages.
Also Read: Russia Warns EU of Retaliation Over Possible Asset Seizure
Special forces from Ukraine were airlifted in via helicopter earlier this week, though Russia claims to have downed one such UH-60 Black Hawk, killing 11 aboard.
Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi stated forces are pressuring the nearby Dobropillia salient to disperse Russian troops, complicating their main effort.
In the Eastern Fronts, Russia advances, reporting that Ukrainian drone strikes are inflicting heavy losses on units like the 155th Naval Infantry Brigade.
Additionally, skirmishes continue in the Northern Borders (Sumy and Kursk Oblasts), including Ukrainian counterattacks near Stepne and Varachyne.
Follow our WhatsApp Channel and X Account for real-time news updates.
