Historical Events tagged with "black sea fleet"

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Military & Warfare

Russian warship Moskva sinks in Black Sea

April 14th, 2022 2 years ago

In April 2022, the Russian cruiser Moskva sank in the Black Sea after being struck by Ukrainian missiles, marking a significant moment in the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. The Moskva was the flagship of the Black Sea Fleet and played a key role in naval operations. The incident occurred near Snake Island, where the Russian forces had aggressively established a presence. The Ukrainian military claimed responsibility for the attack, stating it was a response to ongoing hostilities and a demonstration of their defensive capabilities against the Russian invasion.

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