Ukrainian Defenders Strike Blow to Russian Rescue Ship «Komuna»
On April 21, Ukrainian defenders targeted the Russian rescue ship «Komuna» located in the port of temporarily occupied Sevastopol. The attack also affected a large project 775 landing ship nearby.
Significant Damage to Oldest Military Ship
The spokesman for the Ukrainian Navy, Dmytro Pletenchuk, confirmed that the «Komuna» sustained significant damage, making it unable to fulfill its functions. The exact nature of the damage is yet to be determined.
Historical Background of «Komuna»
The «Komuna» holds the title of the oldest military ship in Russia and the world still in service on combat missions. Built in 1915, over a century ago, the ship has a rich history of tasks, including submarine lifting missions and deep-sea vehicle transportation since 1973.
In 2022, the «Komuna» participated in investigating the site of the sinking of the Russian cruiser «Moskva».
