Ukraine War BREAKING NEWS: Sergei Kotov Patrol Ship Sunk!
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Topic ID | Topic Title | Timestamp |
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1 | Hello Team | 00:00-00:15⏩ |
2 | Russian Sergei Kotov Patrol Ship sunk by Ukrainian USV drone attack | 00:15-11:00⏩ |
3 | Wrap up | 11:00-11:00⏩ :860 |
"It is a good day for the Ukrainians, certainly."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:15⏩
Jonathan welcomes viewers to a breaking news update, apologising that he had to re-record due to microphone issues.
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Russian Sergei Kotov Patrol Ship sunk by Ukrainian USV drone attack
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Jonathan reports the destruction of the Russian patrol ship Sergei Kotov by Ukrainian forces.
- The ship was sunk near Feodosia in Crimea.
- The attack involved Magura V5 unmanned surface vehicles (USVs), also known as sea baby naval drones.
- Jonathan highlights that while the monetary loss is estimated at $65 million, the real loss lies in the ship's function.
- He notes that the Sergei Kotov was equipped with a surface-to-air missile system and potentially radar capabilities, bolstering Russian defenses around the Crimean peninsula.
- The sinking of the ship represents another blow to the Russian Black Sea Fleet, which has already lost an estimated 20-25% of its capabilities since the beginning of the war.
Jonathan analyses the impact of this attack on future naval tactics:
- The use of USVs, much like aerial drones, marks a significant shift in warfare.
- This incident, along with the use of USVs in other conflicts, will likely trigger a naval arms race.
- Nations will seek to develop countermeasures against these drones, leading to a cycle of innovation and adaptation.
Jonathan cites sources for this information:
- Ukrainian Main Intelligence Directorate
- Special Kherson Cat
He provides details about the Sergei Kotov:
- The ship, commissioned in July 2022, was a Project 22160 corvette.
- It had a displacement of 1,600 tons, was 91.3 meters long, and had a crew of 32 (with conflicting reports suggesting up to 80).
- Armament included a 76.2mm gun, a Shtil-1 short-range anti-aircraft missile system, and potentially a Ka-27PS helicopter.
He discusses footage of the attack:
- The footage appears to show multiple drones striking the ship from different angles.
- Jonathan highlights a tactic observed in previous attacks where drones target areas of the hull previously damaged by detonations.
Jonathan shares Russian responses to the attack:
- While some sources claim the crew was evacuated safely, Jonathan expresses skepticism, noting the intensity of the explosion.
- He mocks the Russian narrative of sailors "bravely fighting" against the drones, highlighting the futility of such a claim.
Jonathan concludes by emphasising the significance of this event:
- The sinking of the Sergei Kotov is a major propaganda victory for Ukraine.
- It further underscores the growing importance of drone warfare.
Wrap up
🎦 11:00-11:00⏩
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Jonathan encourages viewer engagement (likes, subscriptions, shares) and bids farewell. He jokes about the video being silent due to the re-recording.
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