Ukrainian drone operators reportedly struck 17 of the 20 tankers belonging to the Russian Black Sea fleet during the night of April 14-15. According to the commander of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Robert “Magyar Brovdi,” the attack was reported, and footage of the unmanned aerial vehicle strikes against the Russian tankers was published. This action is part of ongoing targeting of Russian assets in the Sea of Azov, which are utilized for logistical support to Russian forces operating in Ukrainian battlefields.
While international attention has also focused on other areas, such as the recent drone strikes against Russian refineries deep within Russian territory, the focus on the sea continues. Separately, Ursula von der Leyen is scheduled to visit Kyiv to discuss matters pertaining to drones and Ukraine’s potential EU membership. The continuous targeting of Russian vessels in the Sea of Azov demonstrates sustained military operations.
The reported strikes on the tankers underscore the ongoing efforts to disrupt Russian supply lines via the sea.
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