Russia Destroys Cargo Ship Delivering Ammunition to Ukraine in the Black Sea
Russian forces launched a nighttime missile raid on Ukraine’s port of Yuzhny, striking a civilian cargo vessel
An Iskander-M missile hit the docked ship, causing a massive explosion that triggered secondary blasts on board.
Russian officials say the ship was carrying European-supplied weapons for Ukraine, but Kyiv has not confirmed these claims
This is the third attack on a Ukrainian-bound ship in the Black Sea in less than a month, further escalating tensions in the region.
Russian state media released infrared drone footage showing the missile’s approach and the subsequent explosion at the port.
Ukrainian officials have not commented on the attack, and the name of the targeted vessel has not been revealed.
The missile strikes targeted multiple locations, including cargo trucks and warehouses, causing significant damage in the port area.
Despite the scale of the attack, Odesa regional head Oleg Kiper confirmed that no crew members were injured.
The missile strike is a reminder of the growing risk for vessels operating in the Black Sea as the conflict continues to intensify.