Russia reduces Kalibr missile attacks from Black Sea - Ukraine's Navy explains reasons
Illustrative photo: Russia has become less frequent in launching Kalibr missiles at Ukraine (screenshot)
Russia has been launching Kalibr cruise missiles at Ukraine less frequently from the Black Sea. One possible reason is their relatively low effectiveness, stated the spokesperson for Ukraine’s Navy, Dmytro Pletenchuk.
"This month, we’ve confirmed one use — on July 21. Overall, this has become a fairly regular practice for the Russians, since in previous months, during spring, for example, they used their launch platforms about once a month," Pletenchuk said.
He clarified that only in June did the Russians use Kalibr missiles several times from the Black Sea, but after that, the low pace of attacks resumed. The enemy avoids using the maximum number of launch platforms simultaneously.
Pletenchuk added that there may be several reasons for this reduction. In particular, Ukrainian air defense frequently shoots them down. Also, preparing ships for launches is a rather complex process.
"I can't say for sure whether they have a shortage of these missiles, but the fact that their vessels are not permanently stationed in Sevastopol certainly has an impact on how they use them," the Navy spokesman said.
Pletenchuk noted that mines remain a problem in the Black Sea, along with the threat of ballistic missile strikes from temporarily occupied Crimea.
Launch of Kalibr missiles
The Russian army last launched Kalibr missiles at Ukraine from the Black Sea on the night of July 21.
At that time, the information was confirmed by the Ukrainian Air Force.
