SBU drones damage Russian ships in Novorossiysk port

Ukrainian drones attack Russian Navy base in Novorossiysk

Drones of the Security Service of Ukraine and the Defence Forces of Ukraine attacked Russian warships in the port of Novorossiysk. According to preliminary information, at least five vessels of the Russian Black Sea Fleet were damaged.

Among the ships that were hit are Yeysk landing ship«, large amphibious assault ship Kasimov« and Valentyn Pikul minesweeper«.

Consequences of the attack

According to preliminary reports, as a result of the attack on warships in the port of Novorossiysk, the following were killed and wounded among the Russian military. The exact number of losses is currently being determined.

It is reported that several explosions may have occurred in the port, causing damage to some ships.

Why it matters

Port Novorossiysk has become one of the key basing points for the Russian Black Sea Fleet after a series of Ukrainian strikes on military infrastructure in occupied Crimea.

Attacks on ships in this port could significantly affect Russia's ability to use its fleet for military operations in the Black Sea.

Context.

Ukraine is actively using naval and airborne drones to target Russian military targets, including ships and port infrastructure.

Such operations have repeatedly resulted in damage or destruction of Russian Black Sea Fleet vessels.