Moskva, Russia's Black Sea Fleet Flagship Missile Cruiser, Damaged By Fire, Ukraine Claims Attack

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On April 14, Russia said the flagship of its Black Sea fleet 'Moskva' has been seriously damaged. Russia said its crew was evacuated after a fire led to an explosion on the vessel, reported Reuters. This comes as a Ukrainian official said the vessel had been hit by missiles. As reported by CNN, Moskva is 611-foot-long (186 meters). It has a crew of almost 500 & is the pride of the Russian naval fleet in the Black Sea, reported CNN. Russia launched a military operation in Ukraine on February 24. Thousands have been killed as the war continues. Watch the video to know more.