March 7th 2024.
In a gripping display of courage and desperation, a group of Russian sailors were caught on camera valiantly fighting off an unexpected attack from Ukrainian sea drones. The footage, captured on a GoPro camera, shows the soldiers aboard the Russian landing ship Caesar Kunikov engaging in a 20-minute struggle for survival, as the drones relentlessly pummel their vessel. The intensity of the battle reaches a climax as the ship is engulfed in a fiery explosion, leaving it completely destroyed.
The incident, which occurred on February 14, has only recently been made public through a pro-war Telegram channel called FighterBomber. The harrowing video depicts a chaotic scene, with the sailors frantically unloading their weapons into the murky water as the drones relentlessly close in. The deafening sound of explosions fills the air as the drones relentlessly strike the ship, one by one, lighting up the night sky.
While the exact number of casualties is still unknown, it is believed that at least 17 of the 87 Russian crew members on board lost their lives in this tragic event. The footage, which was intended to honor the bravery of the fallen sailors, also serves as a stark reminder of how Ukraine's kamikaze drones have changed the landscape of naval warfare.
In an attempt to dispel claims made by the Russian government that the sailors were cowardly and failed in their duties, an anonymous crew member came forward and shared his GoPro footage. He stated that the sailors fought valiantly against the ten drones that attacked their ship, despite Ukraine only admitting to five. The footage captures the last moments of the Caesar Kunikov before it is engulfed in flames and sinks into the depths of the sea.
Describing the events leading up to the sinking of the ship, the crew member revealed that the ninth drone managed to enter the hole created by the previous ones and detonated inside, causing irreparable damage. In a heartbreaking admission, he stated that the ship was beyond saving as it began to list rapidly. As a result of this incident, Admiral Viktor Sokolov, the commander of the Russian Navy, was dismissed from his position.
Despite their limited resources, Ukraine has managed to achieve significant victories against the Russian Black Sea Fleet using their Magura V5 drones. In addition to the sinking of the Caesar Kunikov, they also took down the Russian warship 'Sergei Kotov' on March 5 and famously sank the flagship Moskva in the early days of the invasion. These successful attacks have forced Putin's fleet to retreat from Crimea and have broken the naval blockade of Ukraine's Black Sea ports.
As a result, Russian warships that once posed a constant threat to Ukraine's coast are now confined to their ports. For the latest updates on this ongoing conflict, follow us on Metro. You can also join our community on WhatsApp for breaking news and juicy stories. The sinking of the Sergey Kotov marks the 15th loss for the Russian Navy since the war with Ukraine began, and the fourth since late December. The bravery and resilience of the Ukrainian forces continue to inspire and surprise the world, as they fight against all odds to defend their country.
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