Russia strikes cargo ship bound for Ukraine in Black Sea
Photo: Russians attacked a ship in the Black Sea with drones (Getty Images)
Russian forces in the Black Sea attacked a bulk carrier heading to one of the ports in the Greater Odesa area with strike drones last night, April 24, according to the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority.
"While traveling through the Ukrainian maritime corridor, a Russian drone strike on a merchant vessel was recorded," the Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority notes.
A bulk carrier flying the flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis, which was heading to one of the ports of Greater Odesa, was struck by two drones.
As a result of the hostile strike, a fire broke out on board, which was extinguished by the crew. There are no reported casualties.
Russians attack ships in Black Sea
Russian forces are attempting to disrupt the peaceful corridors used by ships traveling to Ukrainian ports.
For instance, in March, a Russian drone struck a foreign vessel as it was leaving the port of Chornomorsk in the Odesa region. The attack resulted in injuries among the crew members. The injured received necessary medical assistance, and an evacuation of the people was carried out.
Additionally, in December, Russians once again attacked a Turkish civilian vessel that was traveling from Ukraine to Egypt. The strike was carried out by a drone.
The first attack by Türkiye was followed by a statement. Ankara called for immediate de-escalation and the need to conclude an agreement on security guarantees for navigation in the Black Sea.
