Russian cruiser sinking reported; United States alleged to have provided intelligence beneficial to Ukraine for the ship's demise - media claims
Ukraine Sinks Russian Cruiser Moskva with US Assistance
In a significant development in the ongoing conflict, Ukraine has successfully struck and sunk the Russian Black Sea projectile cruiser, the Moskva, following assistance from the United States in locating the vessel.
The sinking of the Moskva is being considered a major symbolic and military blow, as the 510-crew projectile cruiser led Russia's marine attack on Ukraine. The incident has sparked widespread speculation and raised questions about the extent of US involvement.
Contrary to earlier media reports, the Pentagon spokesman, John Kirby, has denied claims that the US was providing information about the locations of elderly Russian generals on the battlefield, allowing Ukrainian forces to target them. The Pentagon has remained silent on the incident, but a representative has stated that the US did provide knowledge to help Ukraine defend itself.
The US government, represented by President Joe Biden, has acknowledged providing information about the location of the Russian missile ship Moskva to Ukraine. However, the US has not directly addressed the reports regarding the Moskva.
Unnamed US officials have claimed that they did not know that Ukraine would target the Moskva after helping determine its location. The Russian defense ministry, on the other hand, has claimed that an unusual fire on board the Moskva caused an ammunition explosion, leading to the ship tipping over while being pulled back to port.
The US has not participated in the targeting decisions of the Ukrainian military and does not provide information on the location of elderly military leaders on the battlefield. This incident marks a significant turn of events in the ongoing conflict, underscoring the complex dynamics at play.
As the situation continues to evolve, the international community is closely watching the developments in the region and the role of external actors in shaping the course of the conflict.
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