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Ship attackUkraine

Russia says it struck a cargo ship in the port of Odesa

Russia’s Defence Ministry said on 6 November 2026 that Russian forces had struck a cargo ship in the port of Odesa. The ministry said the vessel was delivering dual-use cargo to Ukraine; the reports provide no independent confirmation or details of damage.

UnverifiedPort of Odesa — exact position not publishedConcluded
Port of Odesa — exact position not published. The map shows the area, not a point.

Affected ships

  • A cargo ship; its name and flag were not given. Russia’s Defence Ministry said it was delivering dual-use cargo to Ukraine.

    Civilian · cargo ship· may overlap with other unidentified vessels

    Unverified

    Acting side:
    Russia
    Claimed by:
    Russia’s Defence Ministry

    Sources:БТА ↗ТАСС ↗DarikNews.bg ↗

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