The Russo-Japanese War was fought between 1904-1905 for control of strategic territories in China. Russia suffered humiliating defeat at the hands of Japan. Key battles included the siege of Port Arthur and the battles of Yalu River and Mukden, where Russian forces suffered heavy losses. The Russian Baltic fleet, which took a long time to reach the Pacific, was destroyed in just 45 minutes. The consequences of Russia's defeat included embarrassment for the Tsarist government, which was viewed as incompetent. The Tsar was also humiliated by the peace treaty with Japan. Resources diverted to the war further strained Russia's limited supplies.