The Russian Navy has deployed three warships in the Black Sea, two of which are equipped with Kalibr cruise missiles, according to Ukrainian military officials and Hotnews.
Can Carry Both Conventional and Nuclear Warheads
These vessels have the capacity to launch up to eight Kalibr missiles, a powerful system that has been a cornerstone of Russian naval strategy in recent years.
The Kalibr missile system, also known by its NATO designation SS-N-27 Sizzler, is a versatile, long-range cruise missile capable of hitting land, sea, and underwater targets.
With a range of up to 1,500 miles (2,500 km) in its land-attack variant, the Kalibr poses a significant threat to both military and civilian infrastructure. Its precision and ability to carry both conventional and nuclear warheads make it a formidable weapon.
The missile travels at subsonic speeds for most of its flight but can reach Mach 3 (three times the speed of sound) during its final approach to the target, making it difficult for defense systems to intercept.
Russian Warship in Mediterranean Sea
In addition to the Black Sea deployment, a Kalibr-armed Russian warship with the capacity to launch 16 cruise missiles has been detected in the Mediterranean Sea. This further strengthens Russia’s naval presence and underscores its strategic ambitions in the region.
As Ukraine’s Navy continues to monitor the situation, they report that on Friday, seven Russian ships passed through the Kerch Strait into the Black Sea, with six heading toward the Bosporus Strait, while another seven vessels entered the Sea of Azov.
This movement suggests Russia is actively reinforcing its maritime presence.
International reactions have been swift. The United Kingdom recently imposed sanctions on five ships and two entities associated with Russia's liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector, signaling continued international pressure on Russia for its aggressive actions.
