Satellite images reveal what remains of Russia's Izumrud ship after strike
Photo: The Russian FSB ship Izumrud (Russian media)
A satellite image has confirmed the destruction of the Russian patrol ship Izumrud, which was previously struck by a Ukrainian sea drone, according to the Ukrainian Navy.
The Navy released a satellite image showing the aftermath of the strike on the Russian vessel while it was moored alongside a pier.
"The satellite image confirms the destruction of the Russian border patrol ship Izumrud at its berth. We continue to reduce the Russian aggressor's capabilities at sea," the Ukrainian Navy said.
Photo: Satellite image of the destroyed Russian border patrol ship Izumrud moored alongside a pier (t.me/ukrainian_navy)
What is known about the attack
Earlier, the Ukrainian Navy announced the destruction of the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) border patrol ship Izumrud near Novorossiysk.
According to the military, the vessel was struck by a Ukrainian Sargan-3000 uncrewed surface vessel (USV), after which it sank. The attack left members of the crew dead and injured.
The Izumrud is known for its direct involvement in the November 25, 2018, attack on Ukrainian Navy vessels in the Kerch Strait, when Russian forces seized Ukrainian sailors.
