Ukraine demonstrated its long-range strike capability by damaging a Russian Project 23550 Arktika-class icebreaking patrol ship, identified as the Purga, at the Vyborg shipyard deep inside Russian territory. Read full defense news at this link...
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| Russia’s approach in the Arctic relies on persistent presence and logistical support, making vessels like the Project 23550 (such as the Purga and the Ivan Papanin) central to its strategy. (Picture source: Ukraine AFU and Russian MoD) |