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strikeAug 13, 2026

Ukraine hammers Russian fleet in Putin Black Sea sanctuary

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Ukraine struck three Russian warships in one of Moscow's major Black Sea ports, according to Kyiv, as Ukrainian forces continue to pressure the Kremlin by menacing its surface ships and submarines with home-grown drones and missiles.

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  • Ellie CookBy Ellie Cook

    Ukraine struck three Russian warships in one of Moscow's major Black Sea ports, according to Kyiv, as Ukrainian forces continue to pressure the Kremlin by menacing its surface ships and submarines with home-grown drones and missiles. Two Russian frigates, the Admiral Essen and Ad…

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