# Putin: Russia has no troop shortages as enemy losses rise monthly

https://mins.news/en/item/43462

- TASS, 2026-09-03 09:59 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/defense/2182037

> Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow has no manpower problems in its special military operation, while Ukraine’s losses are increasing each month. He claimed Ukrainian losses exceed the number joining through forced mobilization and returning from hospitals, with the figure falling by 8,000–12,000 personnel monthly. Putin said Russians volunteer, while Ukrainians are forcibly sent to the front.

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