Rare Russian Maritime Attack on Ukrainian Warship Results in Casualties
Two Ukrainian soldiers killed, others unaccounted for, following rare admission of a naval vessel being targeted by Russia.
A rare Russian attack on a Ukrainian warship has resulted in the deaths of two servicemen and several others remaining unaccounted for.
According to a spokesperson for Ukraine's navy, interviewed by AFP on Friday, the incident occurred near the Danube River delta where the Simferopol, a Ukrainian reconnaissance ship, was hit by Russia using naval drones.
This marks one of Russia's first successful uses of such technology against Ukrainian maritime forces.
The attack has been met with reluctance from both sides to disclose military losses, highlighting the sensitivity and complexity of the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine continues to utilize naval drones effectively throughout the war since Russia's 2022 invasion, whereas for Russia, this tactic remains a relatively new development.
This incident underscores the evolving nature of warfare in the region as both countries navigate complex naval strategies amid the larger-scale conflict.
According to a spokesperson for Ukraine's navy, interviewed by AFP on Friday, the incident occurred near the Danube River delta where the Simferopol, a Ukrainian reconnaissance ship, was hit by Russia using naval drones.
This marks one of Russia's first successful uses of such technology against Ukrainian maritime forces.
The attack has been met with reluctance from both sides to disclose military losses, highlighting the sensitivity and complexity of the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine continues to utilize naval drones effectively throughout the war since Russia's 2022 invasion, whereas for Russia, this tactic remains a relatively new development.
This incident underscores the evolving nature of warfare in the region as both countries navigate complex naval strategies amid the larger-scale conflict.
