On February 15, 2024, russian pro-war commentators reported that the commander of the Black Sea Fleet, Admiral Viktor Sokolov, had been removed from his post.
Drawing similarities with his predecessor, Igor Osipov, this is highly likely to be a result of Ukraine’s success in sinking various ships under his command. Viktor Sokolov’s leadership style may have also played a role in his dismissal.
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Although not confirmed by the russian Ministry of Defense, Viktor Solokov has likely been replaced by his now former deputy, Vice Admiral Sergei Pinchuk as acting commander until an internal investigation of the February 15, 2024 sinking of the Caesar Kunikov Ropucha-class landing ship is concluded.
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