Russia Adopts Decoy Tactics to Protect Black Sea Fleet Amid Ukrainian Strikes

In response to Ukrainian naval drone attacks, Russia is deploying decoy submarines and warships, and limiting its Black Sea operations to the eastern region.

Russia is painting decoy submarines and warships in the Black Sea to protect its fleet from Ukrainian naval drone attacks.
Moscow has likely limited its Black Sea operations to the eastern region as losses mount and threat perceptions increase.
Ukraine's successful naval drone strikes have forced Russia to adopt new protective measures, including the installation of additional fire weapons on its vessels.
The UK's Ministry of Defense reports that Russia's dominance in the Black Sea is now challenged, with a significant portion of its fleet lost in recent months.
Despite efforts to disguise and protect its assets, Russian vessels and aircraft remain vulnerable to conventional attacks in the Black Sea.