Deputy head of Russian navy killed by Ukraine in Kursk, Moscow says
Summary
The Russian Ministry of Defence confirmed that Mikhail Gudkov, a high-ranking naval officer, was killed in the Kursk region during fighting. The incident occurred amid ongoing military operations in the area, with reports suggesting a Ukrainian missile attack led to his death.Key Facts
- Mikhail Gudkov was a deputy head of the Russian navy.
- He was killed in the Kursk region of Russia during combat operations.
- Gudkov was appointed to his role by Russian President Vladimir Putin in March.
- Reports suggest Gudkov died in a Ukrainian missile attack on a command post.
- The Kursk region has seen repeated clashes, despite Russian claims of control.
- Gudkov previously led the 155th Guards Naval Infantry Brigade.
- Russia announced captures in eastern Ukraine but faces ongoing resistance.
- A separate Russian air strike in Odesa, Ukraine, killed two people.
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