Минобороны

444 aircraft destroyed since the start of the war — enemy combat losses as of September 27, 2026

From February 24, 2022, to September 27, 2026, Russian forces lost 444 aircraft, 12,384 tanks, and 50,428 artillery systems. The total personnel losses of the Russian army reached 1,528,970 troops.

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1,600 occupiers destroyed in a day — enemy combat losses as of August 31, 2026

Over the past day, 1,600 Russian troops and 2,055 UAVs were destroyed. Total enemy losses since the beginning of the full-scale invasion have reached approximately 1,488,200 people.


1,482,150 invaders destroyed since the start of the war — enemy combat losses as of August 27, 2026

Total combat losses of the enemy from February 24, 2022, to August 27, 2026, amount to 1,482,150 military personnel. Over the past day, 1,400 occupiers, 1,762 drones, and 53 artillery units have been destroyed.


Ukrainian troops have 25 days left for simplified return from AWOL

Ukrainian service members have 25 days left to use a simplified procedure for returning from unauthorized absence. The special scheme allows soldiers to choose their future military unit independently.


Barriers to Investment in Ukraine’s Defense Industry: What Hinders Capital Inflow

Ukraine’s defense industry holds significant potential, but a range of factors is hindering the inflow of foreign and private investment. Key issues include military risks, unstable state orders, and arms export restrictions.


Ukrainian JATEC experts consult NATO on counter-drone tactics

Representatives of the NATO-Ukraine Joint Analysis, Training and Education Centre (JATEC) participated in NATO exercises focused on countering unmanned aerial vehicle attacks. Over 1,000 personnel from 25 NATO member states and Ukraine took part in…