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HIMARS Strike in Kursk Kills Russia’s Deputy Navy Commander

The July 2 strike shows how Western-supplied HIMARS continue to penetrate Russia’s rear-area defenses, straining its military leadership.

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A view shows a scene of an explosion in which, according to Russia's investigative committee, Russian general Igor Kirillov, in charge of nuclear protection forces, and his assistant were killed, in Moscow, Russia December 17, 2024. REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov/File Photo
A view shows flowers placed on a table in front of a board with a photograph of Major General Mikhail Gudkov, the deputy head of the Russian Navy, in the far eastern city of Vladivostok, Russia, July 3, 2025.

Overview

  • Russia’s Defence Ministry confirmed Maj. Gen. Mikhail Gudkov died during combat operations in the Kursk region on July 2.
  • The precision attack hit a forward command post in Korenevo, reportedly using US-made HIMARS missiles.
  • At least 20 other senior Russian officers, including Gudkov’s deputy, were killed in the same strike.
  • Gudkov had been appointed deputy commander of the Russian Navy by President Vladimir Putin in March 2025 and formerly led the Pacific Fleet’s 155th Naval Infantry Brigade.
  • The strike underscores growing concerns over Russia’s command resilience and has prompted Western allies to review future arms shipments.