Russian Forces Lose 1,440 Soldiers and Two Air Defense Systems in Past Day of War Against Ukraine

Russian forces lost 1,440 soldiers in the past day of war against Ukraine, according to Ukrinform. The report also stated that two air defense systems were destroyed during the same period. The losses occurred in the eastern and southern regions of Ukraine, where heavy fighting has been ongoing. The Ukrainian military confirmed the destruction of two air defense systems, which are critical for intercepting incoming missiles and aircraft. These systems were reportedly targeted in a coordinated attack by Ukrainian forces. The loss of such equipment could weaken Russia's ability to defend against Western-supplied weaponry. No further details were provided by Ukrinform on the specific locations or methods used to achieve these losses. The report was published on September 29, 2026, and is the only source cited for the event.