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Ukraine says it struck Russian missile carrier in Novorossiysk, rig near Crimea

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Posted on April 6, 2026

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KYIV, April 6 (Reuters) - The Ukrainian military struck a Russian warship in the port of Novorossiysk as well as a drilling rig in the Black Sea near occupied Crimea overnight, Kyiv's drone forces

Ukraine says it struck Russian missile carrier in Novorossiysk, rig near Crimea

Ukrainian Military Operation Details

Correction on Warship Identification

(Corrects warship's name from Admiral Grigorovich to Admiral Makarov following changes to the statement)

Details of the Attack

Targets and Locations

KYIV, April 6 (Reuters) - The Ukrainian military struck a Russian warship in the port of Novorossiysk as well as a drilling rig in the Black Sea near occupied Crimea overnight, Kyiv's drone forces commander said.

Identification of the Missile Carrier

The attack targeted the Admiral Makarov missile carrier, Robert Brovdi said on the Telegram app.

Reporting and Editing Credits

(Reporting by Yuliia Dysa; Editing by Andrew Cawthorne)

Key Takeaways

  • The attack marks a continuation of Ukraine’s intensified campaign against Russian Black Sea naval and energy infrastructure, including previous hits on the Admiral Essen and Admiral Makarov frigates earlier in March 2026.
  • Novorossiysk has emerged as the primary base for Russia’s Black Sea Fleet following Ukrainian strikes on Crimean ports, underscoring its vulnerability despite geographic distance.
  • Ukraine’s targeting of offshore drilling rigs near Crimea reflects a broader strategy to disrupt both military and energy-related Russian assets in the Black Sea region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Ukraine target in the recent military attack?
Ukraine targeted a Russian warship in the port of Novorossiysk and a drilling rig near occupied Crimea in the Black Sea.
Which Russian warship was hit by the Ukrainian military?
The Admiral Grigorovich missile carrier was the specific Russian warship targeted by Ukraine.
Where did the Ukrainian attack take place?
The strike occurred at Novorossiysk port and a nearby drilling rig in the Black Sea, close to Crimea.
Who reported the Ukrainian attack on the Russian sites?
Robert Brovdi, commander of Kyiv's drone forces, reported the strikes on the Telegram app.
Why is the attack in Novorossiysk significant?
The attack targets a critical Russian naval asset and demonstrates Ukraine's reach into Russian-controlled Black Sea areas.

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