# Ukrainian military loses about 1,445 troops in special op zone in 24 hours

https://mins.news/en/item/17368

- TASS, 2026-08-09 09:41 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/defense/2170673

> Russia’s Defense Ministry says Ukrainian forces suffered losses of about 1,445 troops in the special military operation zone over a 24-hour period. Its report attributes up to 285 losses to the area overseen by Battlegroup North. More than 210 Ukrainian troops were reportedly lost in Battlegroup West’s area of responsibility. The figures are presented as claims in the ministry’s account.

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