A devastating Ukrainian attack on Moscow’s Black Sea Fleet has caused panic among many Russians on social media, with some even calling for an end to Putin’s “special military operation.”
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In what Kyiv described as a “very good result,” a missile strike on the S. Ordzhonikidze ship repair plant severely damaged a submarine and landing ship in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
As the Kremlin battles with the repercussions of both the strike and the recent liberation of the Boyko Towers gas and oil production platforms, Russian citizens are going into a bit of a spin.
Commenting on Russian news articles, one person criticised the business as usual atmosphere in Russia, writing: “For how long are we going to ignore these big things?”
To which someone replied: “Until the end. Only no one knows whose [Russia’s or Ukraine’s] end will be bigger.”
Another person even went so far as to suggest Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine should be called off, writing: “As a result of the attack on Sevastopol, 24 people were injured.
“I don’t know what to think... Maybe it’s time to stop this special operation?”
They were swiftly rebuked by another commentator, who replied: “Do you think the terrorist attacks will stop?!
“Nooo. That’s where the zombified fascists are, they should be wiped clean!”
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Looking forward, one person suggested even worse things were in store for Russia if Ukraine receives more advanced weaponry from its western allies.
“And if they get these F-16 or 17, then what will happen? There will be a great shame,” they wrote.
Elsewhere, there was a huge degree of cynicism on show.
When one person asked if “the SVO (Special military operation) against the people or the regime?” another replied: “No difference. People want more spectacles, as bread every day is more expensive, and the spectacle is still free.”
While the strike on Sevastopol was an impressive attack, Ukraine has been sending kamikaze drones towards Moscow for weeks now and while these attacks have not caused the same amount of damage, they had already instilled a sense of fear among Russians.
After an attack earlier this week, one person commenting on Russian news reports wrote: “Something is wrong in our Kingdom.”
There was also frustration aimed at President Putin at the apparent lack of adequate response to such attacks.
One person wrote: “So, when will Moscow's respond to these attacks? Will everyone stand on the brakes?
“We are waiting for active actions after these terrorist attacks.”
Another wrote: “When will Russia destroy the entire [Ukrainian] government and its visitors, including Blinken and so on?”
And while Russians wait for the Kremlin to respond, Kyiv has only vowed more attacks.
A Ukrainian drone and missile attack destroyed a sophisticated Russian air defense complex in Crimea in the early hours of Thursday morning, as Kyiv warned those living on the occupied peninsula to expect more “surprises.”
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