Reports indicate that the command of the Russian Black Sea Fleet is in the process of relocating from Sevastopol to Novorossiysk. Officers have begun moving their families and assets ahead of any official orders.
Sources from the “Ateş” movement within the fleet suggest that the leadership is actively considering this shift due to increasing military pressures and deteriorating logistical conditions in Crimea.
Some officers are reportedly taking matters into their own hands, facilitating family relocations and disposing of property that cannot be moved. The situation has led to a sense of urgency among the ranks.
“Since the strikes on the peninsula have intensified, the logistical situation for the occupiers in Crimea has significantly worsened,” the report states.
According to “Ateş,” morale within the fleet’s leadership is low, with some recognizing the precariousness of their position and opting to act swiftly. The movement emphasizes that the transfer of command structures is a direct result of ongoing attacks on the fleet’s infrastructure in Crimea.
“Maintaining command structures on the peninsula is becoming increasingly costly and risky for the occupiers. Given the current trajectory of events, the coming months could prove to be the most challenging for occupying forces in Crimea since the onset of the conflict,” the report adds.
On May 27, Ukrainian forces targeted Russian aviation command centers in Sevastopol using Storm Shadow missiles, reportedly damaging the Black Sea Fleet’s aviation headquarters. Additionally, on June 13, Ukrainian drones struck the “Crimean Titan,” the largest titanium dioxide production facility in Eastern Europe, causing a temporary halt in operations at the plant.
Ukrainian forces have also conducted strikes on bridges leading to Crimea. While the occupiers have acknowledged these new attacks, they appear to be downplaying their impact.
The command of the Russian Black Sea Fleet is reportedly relocating from Sevastopol to Novorossiysk due to escalating military pressures. Officers are acting independently to move families and assets, reflecting a significant shift in the operational landscape in Crimea.