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militaryinternational-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

"Ukraine Deals Major Blow to Russian Black Sea Fleet"

Admiral Viktor Sokolov, the commander of Russia's Black Sea Fleet, has reportedly been removed from his position after Ukraine's forces destroyed the Caesar Kunikov landing ship, marking the latest in a series of losses for the fleet. Vice Admiral Sergei Pinchuk, former commander of the Caspian Flotilla, is said to be performing the duties of the commander. This development comes as Ukraine continues to target the Black Sea Fleet, with previous attacks resulting in significant damage and casualties.

via Newsweek|

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international-affairs2 years ago•1 min saved

White House Silent on Alleged Assassination of Russian Commander

The White House has refused to comment on the death of Admiral Viktor Sokolov, the commander of the Black Sea Fleet, who was previously reported killed by Ukraine. Russia's Defense Ministry published a video showing Sokolov alive during a meeting, but the date of the meeting could not be verified. The Special Operations Forces Command of Ukraine's Armed Forces claimed that a strike on the Black Sea Fleet's headquarters killed 34 Russian officers, including Sokolov.

via Yahoo News|

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international-relations2 years ago•4 min saved

Ukraine Claims Victory: Russian Black Sea Fleet Commander Among 34 Officers Killed

Ukraine claims that Admiral Viktor Sokolov, the commander of Russia's Black Sea Fleet, was killed in a missile attack on the fleet's headquarters in Sevastopol. The attack also resulted in the deaths of 33 other officers and the injury of 105 more. Russia's defense ministry has yet to respond to the claims. Ukraine has been increasing its attacks in the Black Sea and Crimea as it continues its counteroffensive against Russian-occupied territory.

via Al Jazeera English|

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international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

Ukraine's Claim on Russian Admiral's Death Raises Eyebrows

Former NATO commander James Stavridis has praised Ukraine for the reported killing of Admiral Viktor Sokolov, the commander of Russia's Black Sea naval fleet, during a missile strike on the fleet's headquarters in Crimea. The strike injured over 100 naval personnel and killed 34, including Admiral Sokolov. Stavridis called it a "remarkable achievement" and noted that it is rare for an admiral to be killed in combat, with World War II being the last comparable instance. The Russian government has yet to confirm Sokolov's death, and its statements about the attack have clashed with those from Ukraine. The Crimean Peninsula remains a major target for Ukrainian forces due to its strategic value and desire to retake the territory.

via Newsweek|

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international-relations2 years ago•0 min saved

"Ukraine's Strike Claims Lives of Top Russian Admiral and Fleet Officers in Crimea"

Ukraine claims to have killed Admiral Viktor Sokolov, the commander of the Russian Black Sea Fleet, in a missile attack on occupied Crimea. The attack resulted in the deaths of 34 Russian officers and the destruction of the fleet's headquarters. Russia initially reported only one casualty and damage to the headquarters. This attack is part of Ukraine's ongoing efforts to liberate Crimea, which was annexed by Russia in 2014.

via POLITICO Europe|

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