Russia hits Odesa Oblast for second time damaging Liberian-flagged vessel – photo
Russian forces attacked a port in Odesa Oblast for the second time on 14 April. They struck a civilian vessel flying the Liberian flag.
Source: Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration; Ministry for Communities and Territories Development on social media
Quote: "The enemy is deliberately continuing its attacks on civilian shipping. This morning, following a second strike on the port infrastructure in Odesa Oblast, a civilian vessel flying the Liberian flag was hit."
Details: Kiper reported that the vessel's superstructure was hit without causing a fire. The dry cargo ship was entering the port to be loaded with maize.
According to the ministry, a Russian drone struck a civilian cargo vessel. The fire was quickly extinguished by the crew, and the ship continued its voyage and reached port.
Fortunately, no one was injured.
The ministry stressed that despite the latest attacks, port operations remain stable, with emergency repair works ongoing on site.
Background: On the night of 13-14 April, a civilian vessel flying the Panamanian flag and port infrastructure in the city of Izmail were damaged as a result of a Russian strike.
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