Russia claims strike on cargo ships in Ukrainian port of Mykolaiv
Russia claimed its forces struck two vessels carrying military cargo in Mykolaiv, while Ukrainian officials confirmed a Russian drone attack on local port infrastructure.
Russia's Defense Ministry claimed on Telegram that its forces struck two vessels carrying military cargo overnight in the Ukrainian port of Mykolaiv. The claim could not be independently verified.
Ukrainian officials confirmed an attack in the region. Heorhij Reshetilov, head of the Mykolaiv regional military administration, reported that a Russian drone strike targeted port infrastructure in the district, resulting in casualties and physical damage.
Russia has repeatedly targeted port facilities and maritime transport across southern Ukraine during the conflict. While Moscow regularly asserts that its strikes hit military logistics, Ukrainian authorities and international observers report frequent damage to civilian infrastructure, including vessels carrying agricultural exports.
Sources: Respect.