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Russia Forms 'Frigate' Battalion from Aircraft Carrier Crew Amid Troop Shortage

Sep 22, 2024, 03:04 AM

Russia has formed a mechanized battalion from the crew of its only aircraft carrier, the Admiral Kuznetsov, to fight against Ukraine. The battalion, referred to as the 'Frigate' battalion, was created due to a shortage of skilled troops. The Admiral Kuznetsov has been inactive and undergoing repairs since 2017. This move highlights the latest Russian military failure in its war of aggression.