A new commander is taking over Russia's Black Sea Fleet after the last one let its warships get torn apart by exploding drones

Tue, 04/02/2024 - 16:22

In this photo released by Russian Defense Ministry Press Service on Friday, July 21,2023, warships of the Russian Black Sea Fleet sail while taking part in naval drills in the Black Sea. — In this photo released by Russian Defense Ministry Press Service on July 21,2023, warships of the Russian Black Sea Fleet sail while taking part in naval drills.
Russian Defense Ministry Press Service via AP

Russia officially replaced the commander of its Black Sea Fleet on Tuesday.
Vice Adm. Sergei Pinchuk is stepping into the role with a challenging task ahead of him.
Western intelligence said the former commander was removed following successful Ukrainian attacks.

Russia has officially replaced the commander of the Black Sea Fleet, awarding Vice Adm. Sergei Pinchuk the daunting role of overseeing naval operations in a region that has long troubled Moscow.