Russians again attack ports of Greater Odesa: energy facility and merchant vessel damaged
Russian forces again struck port infrastructure in Greater Odesa and facilities supporting the operation of the Ukrainian maritime corridor on the night of 26-27 April.
Source: Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority (USPA) on Telegram
Details: An energy facility on the territory of a cargo terminal was damaged in the attack. Localised fires broke out but were promptly extinguished by emergency services.
A merchant vessel, RAMCO (flag of Nauru), was also attacked while moving along the Ukrainian maritime corridor. The vessel sustained minor damage, and a fire on board was extinguished by the crew, USPA said.
No casualties were reported.
Quote: "Daily attacks on Ukrainian ports pose a direct threat to the safety of international shipping and global food security. Despite systematic pressure, the Ukrainian maritime corridor continues to operate, ensuring uninterrupted exports and logistics."
Background:
- On the night of 21-22 April, one of the ports in Greater Odesa was again targeted by Russian drones.
- A merchant vessel flying the flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis was damaged in a Russian drone strike while heading to a port in Odesa Oblast on the night of 23-24 April.
- On the night of 24-25 April, Russian forces continued attacks on ports along the Danube and in Odesa Oblast.
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