By AFP 31 May 2023 | 12:08 pm Russia on Wednesday claimed it had destroyed the last major warship of the Ukrainian naval forces, which it said was stationed in the southern port of Odesa. “On May 29, a high-precision strike by the Russian Air Force on a ship anchorage site in the port of Odesa destroyed the last warship of the Ukrainian… Russia president Vladmir Putin Russia on Wednesday claimed it had destroyed the last major warship of the Ukrainian naval forces, which it said was stationed in the southern port of Odesa. “On May 29, a high-precision strike by the Russian Air Force on a ship anchorage site in the port of Odesa destroyed the last warship of the Ukrainian Navy, the ‘Yuri Olefirenko’,” the Russian army said in its daily briefing. AFP was not able to independently confirm the claim. A spokesperson for the Ukrainian Naval Force declined to comment. The Yuri Olefirenko is a medium-size landing ship for troops and vehicles. First named “Kirovograd”, the ship was renamed in 2016 in honour of a Ukrainian marine killed near Mariupol in 2015. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky decorated its crew in June 2022. Latest 20 mins ago Xiaomi is back with its highly anticipated mid-year promotion, and this time, it’s bigger and better than ever! Prepare to be dazzled by incredible deals, irresistible offers, and a chance to win amazing prizes. Whether you’re in the market for a new smartphone or looking to upgrade your entertainment setup, Xiaomi has something special in… 31 mins ago Artillery blasts rang out Wednesday in Khartoum, after the Sudanese army suspended its participation in US and Saudi-brokered ceasefire talks, accusing its paramilitary foes of failing to honour their commitments. The mediators of the talks in the Saudi Red Sea city of Jeddah have acknowledged repeated violations of the truce by both sides but have… 34 mins ago The governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, has ordered the immediate suspension of all kinds of transport levies. The directive is contained in a statement by Otti’s spokesperson, Ferdinand Ekeoma, on Wednesday. Ekeoma said the state government has directed the immediate suspension of all types of transport levy payable imposed on tricycles, buses, taxis, and… 41 mins ago Halle Bailey, the current darling of the entertainment industry, has certainly earned her praise through immense dedication and hard work. The talented singer and actress, who is currently captivating audiences as Ariel in the live-action adaptation of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” recently shared some revealing behind-the-scenes footage from the film on her verified Instagram account.… 52 mins ago Barcelona’s Ousmane Dembele and RB Leipzig forward Christopher Nkunku are among the players recalled to the France squad named on Thursday by coach Didier Deschamps ahead of two Euro 2024 qualifiers in for June. Fitness problems meant both players missed France’s opening qualifying matches in March, when they beat the Netherlands 4-0 at home and…
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