Militarnyi: Russian Black Sea Fleet’s 43rd Air Regiment loses over half its Su-30SM fighters since 2022
The Crimean-based unit began the war with 12 jets. Seven are now gone, with more damaged.
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Russia cancels main naval parade after losing 33% of Black Sea Fleet in Ukrainian drone strikes
The Russian leadership may be afraid the event will showcase its vulnerability.
Ukraine brings back Azovstal, Chornobyl defenders from Russian captivity
The successful operation brings the total number of freed Ukrainians to over 3,900.
Ukraine releases footage of covert operations aimed at capturing gas platforms near Zmiinyi Island
The combat footage released by Ukraine shows commandos approaching the platforms by sea and engaging in firefights to secure these assets.
WSJ: Ukrainian special forces who liberated Snake Island were lost at sea on a rubber boat for more than a day
A Ukrainian intelligence officer said: "Whoever controls Zmiinyi Island controls the sea."
Russian strategic bomber fires missile at civilian cargo vessel en route to Egypt near Snake Island
While no casualties were reported, the attack raises concerns about the potential impact on global food security.
Russia launches four cruise missiles towards Zmiinyi (Snake) island in Black Sea
Snake Island, site of the famous "Russian warship, go f*ck yourself" declaration, was targeted by Russian forces with four Kh-22 cruise missiles.