A high-ranking Russian officer, Major General Mikhail Gudkov, has been killed near Ukraine. His death is significant because he had recently been promoted to the position of deputy head of the Russian Navy.
The general died during an apparent Ukrainian strike. This means that while it is not officially confirmed, evidence suggests that a targeted attack by Ukrainian forces was the cause of his death.
Being promoted meant he was given a more important role, so his loss is a major event. The 'strike' happened just a few months after he received this new, higher position.
The incident highlights the dangers faced by military leaders in the conflict. The loss of a newly promoted general is a serious blow to the naval command.