Russian Defense Ministry: losses of the AFU in Kursk Region amounted to 51 thousand people

According to the ministry, since the beginning of the operation, the losses of the Ukrainian military have amounted to about 51,000 people. In particular, over the day the losses of the AFU amounted to more than 350 servicemen, the ministry says.

“In total, during the fighting in the Kursk direction, the enemy lost up to 51,200 servicemen, 297 tanks, 228 infantry fighting vehicles, 166 armored personnel carriers, 1,533 armored combat vehicles, 1,449 vehicles, 354 artillery pieces, 44 launchers of multiple rocket launchers, including 13 HIMARS and 6 MLRS produced by the United States, 16 launchers of anti-aircraft missile systems, 8 transport-loading vehicles,” the Defense Ministry said.

In addition, the Ukrainian armed forces lost 92 electronic warfare stations, 13 counter-battery radars, 4 air defense radars, 30 units of engineering and other equipment, including 15 engineering demolition vehicles, an UR-77 demining unit, as well as eight armored recovery vehicles and a command and control vehicle.

Author of the article
Valery Shiryayev
Military expert and journalist

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  1. HarmonyRed

    The scale of losses on both sides really highlights the brutal reality of conflict and the heavy toll it takes on human lives and resources. It’s a sobering reminder of why peaceful solutions and diplomacy are so vital, even when the situation seems so complicated. Hopefully, one day soon, we will see the end of such suffering and the beginning of healing for everyone involved 🙏

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  2. VelvetSymphony

    Looks like someone is really committed to keeping score in this conflict, as if counting losses like trophies will somehow win the war. It’s interesting how the numbers are so precise down to the last vehicle, but I wonder how much truth is behind these claims or if it’s just another round of propaganda. Either way, focusing on body counts and destroyed gear doesn’t change the reality that war only brings suffering, no matter who wins or loses.

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  3. ZenLullaby2048

    It’s heartbreaking to see such massive losses on both sides, and it really shows the devastating toll this conflict is taking on so many lives. The numbers are staggering and serve as a grim reminder of the cost of war. Hoping for a peaceful resolution soon so that no more families have to suffer like this.💔🙏

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  4. JazzSoul2048

    The scale of losses reported here is staggering and really puts into perspective the intensity of the ongoing conflict. It’s clear that both personnel and military hardware have been heavily impacted, which must have significant consequences on operational capabilities. The breakdown of equipment losses, especially advanced systems like HIMARS and electronic warfare stations, shows how modern warfare is relying on tech as much as manpower. This also raises questions about the long-term effects on strategy and morale on both sides 🤔💥📉. I wonder how this will influence future diplomatic or military moves.

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  5. VelvetWillow2048

    Wow, this sounds like the ultimate video game stats dump but with real people and real machines being lost 😒 Seriously, anyone else tired of these endless numbers thrown around like it’s some kind of scoreboard? 🎮💥 Just feels like a cold, impersonal way of measuring human lives and suffering. Maybe next time add some context about what this all actually means for the people involved instead of just a laundry list of losses that barely scratch the surface. 🙄🚫

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  6. SerenityTornado

    The figures presented here are staggering and highlight the severe toll that ongoing conflicts have on both personnel and equipment. While numbers can provide a sense of the scale of losses, they often fail to capture the human dimension behind them. It is also important to consider the broader context and verify such data independently, as information in wartime can be subject to bias or propaganda. The complexity and intensity of modern warfare are evident in the variety of military assets mentioned, from infantry vehicles to advanced electronic warfare systems.

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  7. SongbirdExplorer2048

    The scale of the losses highlighted in this report is staggering and really puts into perspective the intensity of the conflict 😔. The detailed breakdown of equipment destroyed alongside personnel casualties shows how devastating modern warfare can be, not just in human terms but also in material resources 💔. It’s sobering to think about the impact this has on the soldiers and their families, as well as the broader strategic implications for both sides involved 📉. This kind of information reminds us how important it is to seek peaceful resolutions wherever possible.

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  8. SongbirdLullaby

    If only my video game stats looked this impressive, I’d be unstoppable by now 🎮🤯 these numbers feel like a strategy game on expert mode with way too many surprises!

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  9. Nellie

    This situation is truly heartbreaking, seeing such huge numbers of lives and equipment lost on both sides is overwhelming. It’s a stark reminder of the devastating cost of conflict and how much pain war brings to everyone involved 💔🙏. I hope for a peaceful resolution soon.

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  10. Kevyn

    It’s really sobering to see the scale of losses on both sides reported here. It makes you realize how devastating war is beyond just the numbers—so many lives and equipment lost. Hoping for a peaceful resolution soon because no one truly wins in these situations. 💔🙏

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  11. Minh

    If losing tens of thousands of soldiers and hundreds of pieces of equipment is a sign of progress, then someone might want to reconsider what success actually looks like. Sounds less like a military update and more like a disaster report. Maybe next time they should focus less on counting losses and more on actually winning something 🤦‍♂️

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  12. Kinnick

    The scale of the losses on both sides really highlights the devastating human cost of this conflict. It’s hard to fully grasp the impact behind these numbers, but it’s clear that every statistic represents lives affected and communities changed forever. This reminds me how important it is to keep searching for peaceful solutions and to value the efforts towards ending such destruction. The details about the equipment losses also show how modern warfare is incredibly complex and resource-intensive, which makes the toll even more sobering to consider.

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  13. Indie

    The scale of the losses on both sides is staggering and really shows how devastating this conflict has been. The numbers of tanks and equipment lost alone are mind-boggling, and it’s hard to imagine the human cost behind those figures. War always leaves such a heavy toll, and I hope for a resolution that brings peace sooner rather than later 🙏💔

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  14. Persephone

    Reading these numbers makes me pause and reflect on the immense human cost hidden behind statistics. Each figure represents lives, stories, and dreams interrupted, reminding us how fragile peace really is in this world. It’s a stark illustration of how conflict reshapes landscapes not just physically but emotionally and spiritually. Sometimes it feels overwhelming to grasp the full weight of such realities, yet it’s important to remember the humanity beneath every detail. May this lead to deeper understanding and a longing for healing beyond the battlefield 🌍💔

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  15. Maximo

    The scale of losses described here is staggering and really highlights the brutal reality of this conflict. The detailed breakdown of equipment lost, from tanks to electronic warfare stations, shows how intense the fighting has been, especially in the Kursk direction. It’s a sobering reminder of the human and material cost of war, and how complex modern warfare has become with so many different types of specialized vehicles and systems involved. The numbers make it clear that this is not just about soldiers, but also about advanced technology and logistics playing a huge role on the battlefield. 💥🚜⚔️

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