Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that Russian military forces suffered over 35,000 casualties, including killed and severely wounded personnel, during April. This information was shared via his Telegram channel, based on reports from Ukrainian military officials and the Minister of Defense.
Zelensky emphasized that the Ukrainian Defense Forces are maintaining a stable defense of their positions while aiming to increase their effectiveness on the battlefield. He stated, “We have strong results in eliminating the occupier. Russia incurs significant losses in personnel every month, and for April, it exceeded 35,000 killed and severely wounded. Each loss is clearly documented. The Defense Forces of Ukraine are keeping a stable level of defense of our positions. The goal is to enhance our results.”
As of May 5, 2026, the total losses of the Russian army in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine are estimated to be around 1,336,120 soldiers.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported substantial Russian military losses, claiming over 35,000 casualties in April alone. The Ukrainian Defense Forces continue to fortify their positions while striving for greater battlefield success.