Russia Bolsters Black Sea Fleet Defenses at Novorossiysk

Following Ukrainian attacks, Russia has upgraded its Black Sea Fleet base in Novorossiysk, moving assets eastward from Crimea to enhance security.

Russia has improved maintenance, logistics, and weapons-handling infrastructure at its Novorossiysk base, according to the UK's defense ministry.
Significant losses to the Black Sea Fleet prompted Russia to relocate from Sevastopol to Novorossiysk, aiming to avoid further Ukrainian naval attacks.
The shift in basing to Novorossiysk follows the replacement of the Black Sea Fleet's commander in March 2024.
Ukraine's successful naval strategies have targeted Russian vessels, leading to substantial damage and the reassignment of naval assets.
Russian defense measures include the use of decoys and enhanced firepower to protect against Ukrainian drone and missile strikes.