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Ukraine Expands Naval Fleet with Second Turkish-Built Corvette

The new warship, Hetman Ivan Vyhovskyi, aims to bolster Ukraine's maritime defense capabilities amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

  • Ukraine's First Lady Olena Zelenska attended the launch ceremony in Turkey.
  • The corvette is equipped with advanced weaponry and will enhance security in the Black and Azov seas.
  • Ukraine's navy has already weakened Russia's naval dominance with uncrewed sea drones.
  • International law restricts warships from passing through Turkey's Bosporus Strait during wartime.
  • Ukraine continues to receive support from Western allies to rebuild its naval strength.
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