Russia’s land gains in Ukraine dwindle as its diesel reportedly goes unsold
Summary
Russia captured 117.38 square kilometers in Ukraine during the first 10 months of 2026, far less than in 2024 or 2025, according to the Institute for the Study of War. Ukraine’s military reported heavy Russian casualties, while Russia stepped up attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure and other targets as winter began.Key Facts
- The Institute for the Study of War estimated that Russian forces seized 117.38 square kilometers in the first 10 months of 2026.
- The think tank recorded Russian gains of 5,304 square kilometers in 2025 and 3,604 square kilometers in 2024.
- Ukraine’s General Staff estimated that 381,300 Russian personnel were killed or seriously wounded from January 1 through October 31; the article says these claims could not be independently verified.
- Ukraine’s military reported 54,400 Russian casualties in October, above Russia’s estimated monthly recruitment capacity of 24,000 to 30,000.
- The Institute for the Study of War assessed that Russia lost both firmly controlled and infiltrated territory in September and October.
- Russia launched 2,346 drones and more than 80 missiles across Ukraine during the week ending November 6, according to the article.
- A six-day local ceasefire in Oleshky enabled the evacuation of 800 residents, the article says; Melania Trump brokered the ceasefire.
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