Russian Defense Ministry: Russian forces strike two cargo ships in Black Sea

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  • 03 September, 2026
  • 18:35
Russian Defense Ministry: Russian forces strike two cargo ships in Black Sea

Russian forces struck two cargo vessels carrying cargo in the Black Sea with attack drones, the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement, according to Report.

The ministry said the strikes targeted a bulk carrier and a container ship carrying weapons.

"The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation continue to carry out group strikes against vessels and port infrastructure facilities being used in the interests of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. During the day, attack unmanned aerial vehicles struck a bulk carrier-type vessel carrying weapons and ammunition, as well as a container ship-type vessel transporting military equipment in the Black Sea," the statement said.