https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/1648-days-of-russia-ukraine-warContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/1648-days-of-russia-ukraine-warhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/1648-days-of-russia-ukraine-war#u53026Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:47:23 +0000Russia is losing 6,000 more troops in Ukraine each month than it can recruit. The country's military has lost 1,485,200 troops since February 24, 2022. Moscow's battlefield losses are outpacing recruitment, with a monthly deficit of 6,000 soldiers. This shortage may impact Russia's military operations in Ukraine.Why it mattersThe ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has resulted in significant losses for the Russian military. The troop shortage may affect Russia's ability to maintain its military presence in Ukraine. The conflict has been ongoing for 1648 days, with