Russia's control over Snake Island blocks shipping in the region – British intelligence

Russian troops have brought numerous air defenses to the island.

Russian activity on the captured Ukrainian island Snake contributes to the blockade of the Ukrainian coast and hinders the resumption of maritime trade, including the export of Ukrainian grain.

According to British intelligence, after the loss of the cruiser “Moscow” in April, Russian troops may have moved numerous air defenses on Snake Island in the western Black Sea, including the SA-15 and SA-22 systems.

“It is likely that these weapons are designed to provide air defense to Russian naval ships operating around Snake Island,” analysts say. to Slovyansk as part of an attempt to encircle Ukrainian forces.

“On the morning of June 5, Russian X-101 air-based cruise missiles hit Kyiv's railway infrastructure probably trying to disrupt the supply of Western military equipment to advanced Ukrainian units, “the agency added.

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Earlier it was reported that Russian ship groups near the Snake Island organized rescue and lifting operations < strong> from the removal from the water of the affected landing speedboat type “Raptor” . Yes, the Russian Federation is trying to replace the lost ships with “sinkers”. At the same time, the racists are trying to patch up the significantly reduced number of ships and boats in the Black Sea Fleet.

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Based on materials: ZN.ua

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