Russia forced to abandon Snake Island after Ukrainian bombardment

RUSSIA has abandoned the infamous Snake Island in an embarrassing step back for Putin’s troops. The retreat comes just days after the strategic outpost in the Black Sea sustained bombardment from Ukrainian forces. Despite Russia seizing control of the island at the start of the war, a massive attack launched by Ukraine in the last week caused “significant losses” to the Russian army. Read more: Russia ABANDONS infamous Snake Island in embarrassing retreat for Putin’s troops following Ukrainian bombardment The Sun newspaper brings you the latest breaking news videos and explainers from the UK and around the world Become a Sun Subscriber and hit the bell to be the first to know Read The Sun: Like The Sun on Facebook: Follow The Sun on Twitter: Subscribe to The Sun on Snapc