Moskva, Russia's Black Sea Fleet Flagship Missile Cruiser, Damaged By Fire, Ukraine Claims Attack

On April 14, Russia said the flagship of its Black Sea fleet 'Moskva' has been seriously damaged. Russia said its crew was evacuated after a fire led to an explosion on the vessel, reported Reuters. This comes as a Ukrainian official said the vessel had been hit by missiles. As reported by CNN, Moskva is 611-foot-long (186 meters). It has a crew of almost 500 & is the pride of the Russian naval fleet in the Black Sea, reported CNN. Russia launched a military operation in Ukraine on February 24. Thousands have been killed as the war continues. Watch the video to know more.

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