Justice has been DONE! Ukraine’s most famous assault group BLEW UP Russian main proxy port in Crimea

Justice has been DONE! Ukraine’s most famous assault group BLEW UP Russian main proxy port in Crimea

[Music] welcome to PPR Global Ukraine is making Russia’s occupation of Crimea untenable there are now almost daily reports of new Ukrainian air strikes against Russian military Assets in Crimea at the beginning of the war Kiev leader Vladimir zelinsky’s Crimea is Ukraine has become Ukraine’s motto let’s take a closer look at the most recent developments on the Crimean Peninsula and explore the consequences for Russia Ukraine has again launched attacks on Crimea with attacus missiles supplied by the United States the strikes primarily affected the port area of svast Poole and strategic areas such as yev Pia according to local residents and media sources the first explosions were heard in sevastopol skaya and kacha Bays where dense smoke and Loud Noises were observed in the port city of sevastopol gunshots were heard and fires broke out sevastopol Governor Mikel rvv made statements confirming the attacks and ongoing air defense operations rzv also reported explosions in balaklava and inkerman regions traffic was closed on the Crimean bridge for security reasons which negatively affected transportation and Logistics in the region however the attack was most effective in yev ptor a large fire broke out at a Russian military facility in the village of vutino near yev ptor this was documented by the Crimean wind telegram Channel with videos and photos taken by local residents according to reports from the telegram Channel ambulances were dispatched to the area after the explosions were heard this facility is notably known as part of the 40th separate command and measurement complex of the titov main test and Space Systems control center of the Russian Aerospace forces the facility is identified by military unit number 81415 and was captured during the Russian annexation of Crimea the fire at this facility was confirmed by NASA’s firm satellite fire map ENT researchers of the Cyber borisho telegram Channel discovered that the facility contained at least one cuka electronic warfare system designed to protect command centers and other important Russian facilities through this facility the Russians control in particular the glonass navigation system and the orbital groupings of other spacecraft this capability is critical for both military and civilian operations damage to the facility could cause significant disruptions to these control and Communications capabilities which could impact both Russia’s military operations and civilian space activities this situation demonstrates the potential weaknesses in the defense of the Russian military presence in Crimea and the growing Ukrainian military capability moreover these attacks call into question Russia’s ability to protect strategic facilities in Crimea and create a new dynamic in Regional security balances these events further complicate the military and strategic situation in and around Crimea and escalate tensions in the region in particular the closure of the Crimean Bridge after each attack triggers concerns among the population of the peninsula Russian residents are already overwhelmed by the systematic attacks and are looking for an opportunity to leave the peninsula however the recklessness of the Russian authorities and the blocking of Escape Routes have left Russian citizens trapped Ukrainian statements prove that the circle is narrowing for Russians in Crimea on the other hand the attacks do not only have military effects Ukraine’s increasing pressure is also affecting the Russian population in the peninsula a large part of the population of around 2.5 million people have acquired Russian citizenship after Russia annexed the peninsula in 2014 this has a significant impact on daily life on the peninsula and the perception of regional security since crimea’s secession from Ukraine Russia has deployed around 50,000 troops in the region which is seen as part of an effort to strengthen the peninsula’s defenses however this has created a persistent sense of insecurity and instability among the Region’s civilian population most Russian citizens in Crimea are aware that the peninsula belongs historically and culturally to Ukraine this coupled with Ukraine’s determination to retake the peninsula and the support it has received from the International Community increases the concerns of crimea’s Russian citizens about the future Ukraine’s recent military operations and incursions into Crimea have directly affected the civilian population of the peninsula the tension following each attack has resulted in the closure of critical Crossing points such as the kch bridge this limits the ability of Russian citizens on the peninsula to escape and evacuate putting them in a difficult situation both physically and psychologically the closure of the Kirch Bridge not only blocks Escape Routes from the peninsula but also cuts the vital connection of the peninsula with Mainland Russia this further complicates living conditions on the peninsula and negatively affects the daily life of the civilian population Supply chains and access to basic Services under these conditions the morale and motivation of Russian citizens living on the peninsula as well as of the troops stationed there may suffer a serious decline at the same time this could further deteriorate the overall perception of security and stability in Crimea this is because people will constantly fear for their safety and will not know what to do in the event of a potential evacuation or escape on the other hand the head of Ukraine’s main intelligence directorate G Lieutenant General killo budanov stated that an attack on a bridge using aack EMS missiles has the potential to cut Russia’s land connection with Crimea the destruction of the bridge would deal a significant blow to the logistical and Military mobility of Russian forces forcing them to use long alternative routes along the northern coast of the Sea of OZO the US Congress has introduced a bill to develop a comprehensive Black Sea strategy aimed at overcoming long-standing us inaction against Russian expansionism and increasing us support for Black Sea Regional security the strategy is based on the concerns of Georgia mova Ukraine Armenia and other regions in Russia’s immediate neighborhood the strategy will call for policies to address these challenges through strengthening Democratic governance energy Independence and economic prosperity in the region as well as increased coordination with NATO and the European Union but winning turkeyy support will be critical for the Black Sea strategy turkey attaches great importance to the Black Sea as it is a crucial sea for connectivity including energy pipelines and has recently become the venue for turkey’s burgeoning domestic natural gas extraction activities the main factors behind turkey’s security approach in the Black Sea can currently be summarized under three headings Russia the United States and the montro convention historically turkey and Russia have been in strong rivalry in The Wider Black Sea region where Russia made gains in the 18th century this Legacy of conflict reinforces the Consciousness on both sides that they are enemies dating back to Imperial times in 2016 senior Russian military officials boasted of their country’s superiority over turkey in the Black Sea while Turkish president RP tayib erdogan lamented that the Black Sea had become a Russian Lake and advocate ated a greater NATO presence in the region following the attempted coup in Turkey in 2016 Russia moved quickly to support the Turkish leadership in stark contrast to the muted approach of the United States and most NATO allies the atmosphere between Anora and Moscow improved and a new era in turkish-russian bilateral relations began today’s seemingly relaxed atmosphere overshadows the pervasive competitive tendencies that characterize their relationship turkey’s approach to the war in Ukraine is a perfect example of how historical realities and Regional Dynamics complicate turkish-russian relations turkey has not deviated from this position since the beginning of the conflict carefully avoiding Burning Bridges with Russia and not participating in the sanctions regime Russia on the other hand has Preferred to ignore some of its frustrations with turkey’s policies and pursue a policy of balance turkey and the United States face a complex relationship in the black C with both countries maintaining their role as Guardians of the 1936 monu convention following the Russian invasion of Ukraine turkey closed the Straits linking the aian Mediterranean to the Black Sea effectively blocking Russia’s right to recall ships from its Black Sea Fleet and closing the door to Nato warships this policy indirectly contributed to Ukraine’s success in downsizing the Russian Black Sea Fleet which was most dramatically realized with the sinking of the Moscow in April 2022 however turkey also restricts access to the Black Sea for turkey’s landlocked allies such as us warships which have not sailed in the black SE since 2021 in November 2023 the commander of the Turkish navy stated that turkey does not want NATO or America in the Black Sea this position is consistent with turkey’s historical stance and has led to turkey’s loyalty being perceived by some NATO allies notably the United States as uncertain at best and dubious at worst since turkey’s decision to finally approve Sweden’s NATO membership there has been a subtle but important convergence between Turkish and NATO us positions in the Black Sea in January the defense Ministers of Bulgaria Romania and turkey agreed to create a trilateral mine countermeasures MCM task force leaving the door open to non-nato literal States NATO permanent Naval groups and allies outside the Black Sea this operation is critical to Ukraine’s ability to continue exporting grain and aims to protect freedom of navigation and trade in the Black Sea this softening of turkey’s position coincides with us legislative efforts reflected in at least two Congressional sessions in 2021 and 2023 there is an acknowledgement of turkey’s sensitivities arising from its responsibility as the guardian of the Monro convention there is an emphasis on coordination with NATO allies in the region without advocating any us or NATO Naval presence in the Black Sea the text and spirit of the MCM task force not only addresses turkey’s concerns but also shows how NATO allies can participate in an effort that serves NATO solidarity and Regional interests by remaining montre convention friendly however this reproach mat will need to be supported if the Black Sea is to become a less hospitable sea for turkey NATO and Regional countries such as the United States the ultimate test will be in the details of the strategy that the National Security Council NC has been tasked with crafting the trick is to accomplish this without muddying the Waters of the Black Sea but also in a way that serves the larger cause of reconciliation between turkey and the United States thank you for following us

Justice has been DONE! Ukraine’s most famous assault group BLEW UP Russian main proxy port in Crimea