Posted 10/6/2023, 3:20:00 PM
Russia Suffers Major Blow as Naval Base in Crimea Hit Hard by Ukraine Attacks
- Russia politically embarrassed as naval base in Sevastopol, Crimea suffers major attacks from Ukraine
- Ukraine has tactically outfought and operationally dominated Russia in naval battles in Black Sea
- Damage to Sevastopol puts into question Russia's control of Crimea and its strategic value
- Russia's Black Sea Fleet has been severely diminished but still poses a threat with cruise missiles and mines
- While a major setback for Russia, the naval battle has not yet reached a decisive strategic turning point in the war
