Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Russia’s Viktor Sokolov appoints as Black Sea fleet commander

Russia's Viktor Sokolov

Russia appoints new commander for its Black Sea fleet based in Crimea. Vice-Admiral Viktor Sokolov replaces Igor Osipov, who served in that capacity since May 2019. Russian military facilities in Crimea have recently suffered heavy losses and a string of explosions.   Russia has appointed a new commander for its Black Sea fleet, which is … Read more