A Ukrainian commander has revealed that Russia's Black Sea Fleet has been significantly weakened, with only one ship remaining in the region after a series of successful attacks. The commander stated that most combat units, including carriers of cruise missiles, have been relocated, leaving behind the Cyclone warship, a Karakurt-class corvette, as the sole vessel in Crimea.
Ukraine has been utilizing missiles and drones to target Russian ships at Sevastopol, a major Black Sea port in Crimea. Recent attacks by Ukraine resulted in the destruction of four Russian ships, including large landing ships and a spy vessel. The UK Royal Navy reported that 25% of Russia's vessels in the Black Sea have been either sunk or damaged.
