Russia-Ukraine tensions rise after capture of Ukrainian ships

On November 25th, Ukrainian gunboats and a tugboat departed from Odessa, heading towards Mariupol. As they approached the Kerch Strait, they were intercepted by Russian coast guard vessels, which opened fire and rammed one of the Ukrainian ships. Russian fighter jets and helicopters patrolled the area, and a tanker was used to block the bridge. Ukrainian authorities reported six crew members injured, while Russian authorities claimed only three were injured.

Where did the Ukrainian naval vessels depart from on November 25th?

• Odessa

• Mariupol

• Kerch

• Sevastopol

What action did the Russian coast guard take against the Ukrainian vessels?

• They escorted them safely.

• They opened fire and rammed a ship.

• They ignored them.

• They provided assistance.

What did the Russian forces use to block the bridge during the encounter?

• A tanker

• A helicopter

• A battleship

• A submarine

How many Ukrainian crew members were reported injured by Ukrainian authorities?

• Four

• Six

• Three

• Five

According to Russian authorities, how many sailors were injured?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five