Ukraine strikes Russian ships and terminals
Ukraine carried out a major overnight strike on the Russian Black Sea port of Novorossiysk. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the attack hit two frigates, Admiral Essen and Admiral Makarov, along with a large landing ship, a corvette, and other vessels.
The strikes also disabled two grain terminals and damaged additional Russian facilities linked to financing the war. The port is a key Black Sea naval and export hub, making the attack significant for both military and commercial shipping operations.
Key Events
- Ukraine launched an overnight strike on Novorossiysk using drones and missiles.
- President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said two frigates, a large landing ship, a corvette, and other vessels were hit.
- Reports said two grain terminals in the port were knocked out.
- Other Russian facilities said to support the war effort were also struck.