On Wednesday, Ukraine made history by striking a Russian military target located over 1,000 kilometers from the war’s front lines. The target was Russia's military port in Kaspiysk, Dagestan, along the Caspian Sea. The attack sent shockwaves across both Russia and Ukraine, with local officials and news outlets buzzing about the event. Here’s a breakdown of the daring attack, its significance, and the controversy over the impact it caused.
The Target: A Highly Strategic Naval Base
This wasn’t just any port. Kaspiysk is home to Russia’s Caspian Flotilla, a critical branch of the Russian Navy. This flotilla has played a role in launching missile strikes against Ukraine, while its marine forces have been involved in intense fighting in areas like Kherson and Zaporizhzhia. In short, this naval base is a key part of Russia’s war machine.
The base in Dagestan sits far from Ukraine’s usual reach, which is why this attack is particularly remarkable. It shows that Ukraine can now t...
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