Ukraine deals devastating blow to Russia with destruction of key base: a 'crucial time' in conflict: report

The attack reportedly added another huge blow to Russia's naval power in the Black Sea as Ukraine makes a renewed and strong push to progress against Russian positions before weather turns.

Friday’s attack in Sevastopol was part of a wider assault against Russian assets on the Crimean Peninsula, which remains a disputed territory and chief target for Ukrainian efforts. Reuters reported that a major cyberattack interrupted internet services on the peninsula.  Peter Aitken is a Fox News Digital reporter with a focus on national and global news. 

Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed that air defense systems shot down five missiles. Officials also initially reported one serviceman had died in the attack but later revised his status to simply "missing."