Russia Loses Entire Regiment in One Day

Written by Kathrine Frich

Nov.12 - 2024 10:59 PM CET

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This Was the Deadliest Day Yet for Putin’s Forces.

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Ukrainian Armed Forces reported on November 12, that they killed or injured 1,950 Russian soldiers in just one day — a number nearly equal to an entire Russian regiment.

Lost An Entire Regiment

A Russian regiment typically consists of about 1,000 to 2,000 soldiers, depending on its type and role within the military structure, according to Ziare.

Motorized rifle or infantry regiments usually have around 1,500 to 2,000 troops, while armored or tank regiments tend to be on the smaller end, closer to 1,000 to 1,200 troops.

These numbers are rough estimates, as the size and organization of regiments can fluctuate, especially during wartime when units may operate below full capacity due to casualties and logistical challenges.

Highest Recorded Since Invasion

This daily toll is the highest recorded since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began, underscoring the heavy losses Russia faces as it maintains its offensive in Ukraine.

Ukraine’s General Staff also reported the destruction of 81 Russian armored vehicles in the same period.

These losses occurred as Russia continued to apply pressure on multiple fronts, leading to a series of intense battles.

The Ukrainian forces’ success in resisting these assaults has resulted in significant damage to Russian personnel and military equipment, according to Ukrainian sources.

Since the war started, Ukraine has been releasing updates on Russian losses. The recent totals, with daily changes in parentheses, are as follows:

  • Personnel: approximately 712,610 (+1,950 from the previous day)

  • Tanks: 9,276 (+23)

  • Armored combat vehicles: 18,847 (+81)

  • Artillery systems: 20,352 (+38)

  • Multiple rocket launchers: 1,249 (+4)

  • Anti-aircraft systems: 996 (no change)

  • Aircraft: 369 (no change)

  • Helicopters: 329 (no change)

  • Drones: 18,737 (+61)

  • Cruise missiles: 2,636 (no change)

  • Naval vessels: 28 (no change)

  • Submarines: 1 (no change)

  • Vehicles and fuel tanks: 28,870 (+68)

  • Special military equipment: 3,626 (+6)

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