Introduction

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has seen significant naval engagements that have captured the attention of international observers. While the sinking of the Russian cruiser Moskva is well-documented, reports of other ship losses are often contentious and require verification. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the naval victories of Ukraine in the Black Sea during the 2022 Russian invasion.

Ship Losses and Confusion

There is an ongoing debate among international observers about the extent and nature of naval losses suffered by the Russian Black Sea Fleet. Unlike Russian reports, which often attribute these losses to accidents, independent sources indicate a more regular pattern of strategic strikes by Ukrainian naval forces.

A recent rumor suggested that a Russian logistics ship, Vsevolod Bobrov, may have been hit. However, this report was quickly debunked as there was no concrete evidence to support it. Video evidence shows that the ship remains intact, unharmed, and operational.

Moreover, Ukraine has claimed to have successfully targeted several Russian ships, primarily focusing on landing ships and patrol boats. However, significant warships like the Moskva and the Admiral Makarov have not succumbed to these attacks, according to Western sources.

List of Naval Losses

The following list provides a detailed account of the naval losses reported by the Oryx group during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, though many of these claims have not been confirmed by Western sources:

Email Spam and Misinformation

It is worth noting that there are frequent instances of misinformation and email spam aimed at sowing confusion. A recent report about a Russian navy logistics ship, Vsevolod Bobrov, being hit is clearly false and lacks supporting evidence. Video evidence shows that the ship is intact and in operational status.

Ukraine's Claims vs. Reality

Ukraine has claimed responsibility for sinking several Russian vessels, including the Russian cruiser Moskva and other landing ships and patrol boats. However, it is not yet confirmed by Western sources that the Moskva was sunk by a landmine. A neater claim by the Ukrainians is the sinking of the landing craft Admiral Makarov, which is widely disputed by Russian authorities who claim only a large landing craft was hit and sunk.

Independent documentation supports the claims of the sinking of the Moskva, the Makarov, and the Saratov landing ship. Additionally, the destruction of several Raptor-class patrol boats and the statements from both Ukrainian and Russian sides corroborate these losses.

Conclusion

The naval engagements during the Russian invasion of Ukraine have resulted in significant losses for the Russian Black Sea Fleet. While some losses are confirmed, others remain unverified. As the conflict continues, independent verification of claims is crucial for understanding the true scale of these naval battles.