The latest blow to Russia’s fleet in the battle comes from Ukrainian forces, who claim to have attacked a Russian warship in the Black naval using extremely sophisticated naval drones.
The Russian patrol ship Sergei Kotov was attacked by five drones in the waters of the Kerch Strait, which joins the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea, according to a Telegram post by the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine.
Along with what it claimed to be video of the ship seemingly exploding and audio of Russian officers discussing its destruction, the Ukrainian intelligence agency also provided these materials.
According to Ukraine, special Ukrainian soldiers used Magura V5 naval drones to strike the Sergei Kotov on Monday night.
The Russian Defense Ministry did not immediately provide an update on the attack.
Russia has suffered significant casualties at the hands of Ukraine in the Black Sea, forcing the Russian navy to evacuate the western portions of those waterways.
Last month, the United States estimated that Russia had lost 20 medium-to-large ships to conflict in the Black Sea.
Source: The Hill Brad Dress, March 5, 2024.
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