Ukraine's missile forces have struck the Saky airfield in Crimea, which has been a key site for Russian long-range attacks against Ukraine. This recent assault is part of a broader strategy by Ukraine to intensify its long-range operations in Crimea, leading to claims that the Russian navy's Black Sea Fleet has relocated its vessels to safer harbors. The Ukrainian military is assessing the damage from the strike, which targets an operational airfield crucial for Russian airspace control. In addition, Ukraine has reported the destruction of various Russian air defense systems and significant damage to a vital freight ferry used for military logistics. There has been no immediate response from Russian officials regarding the airfield attack. Overall, Ukraine claims to have inflicted substantial losses on Russian naval capabilities in the region.