Ukraine claims to have killed Russian Black Sea Fleet commander, conflicting narratives raise uncertainty

Ukraine's special forces claimed to have killed Admiral Viktor Sokolov, the commander of Russia's Black Sea Fleet, in a missile attack on the fleet's headquarters in Sevastopol, Crimea. Russia has neither confirmed nor denied the report. However, a video released by the Russian defense ministry showed Admiral Sokolov participating in a meeting, casting doubt on Ukraine's claim. This is the second video released in as many days that contradicts Ukraine's assertion. The conflicting narratives about the Russian losses have led to uncertainty regarding the fate of Admiral Sokolov.