Russia’s Defense Ministry said Wednesday that two additional dry cargo ships headed for the Ukrainian ports of Odessa and Chernomorsk were struck. Moscow said the vessels were transporting goods intended for Ukraine’s armed forces.
The announcement adds to growing tensions around maritime traffic linked to the war in Ukraine. Black Sea shipping has remained a sensitive issue throughout the conflict, with ports and supply routes carrying both economic and military importance.
According to the Russian military’s account, the targeted vessels were part of deliveries bound for southern Ukrainian ports. The statement, reported by Russian state media, did not provide broader independently verified details in the material available.
The claim comes against the backdrop of the war that has continued since February 2022, when Russia launched its military action in Ukraine. Since then, activity around Ukrainian ports and cargo routes has been closely watched because of its impact on logistics, trade, and battlefield support.
