Ukrainian Naval Drone Damages Russian Warship in Bold Black Sea Attack: A Call for a Stronger Navy

This satellite photo from Planet Labs PBC appears to show the damaged Russian landing vessel Olenegorsky Gornyak leaking oil while docked at Novorossiysk, Russia, Friday, Aug. 4, 2023. (Planet Labs PBC via AP) (Planet Labs PBC/AP)

Introduction:

On August 4, 2023, a Ukrainian naval drone attacked a Russian Black Sea navy base at Novorossiysk, causing serious damage to a Russian warship. This marked the first time the Ukrainian navy projected its power so far from its shores.

Key Takeaway (credit to Reuters):

  • A Russian warship was seriously damaged in the attack, carried out by two Ukrainian sea drones.
  • The Olenegorsky Gornyak, a Russian Navy landing ship with around 100 Russian servicemen on board, was hit by a sea drone carrying 450 kilograms of TNT.

Summary

  • Russia accuses Ukraine of naval drone attack on port
  • Russian warship seriously damaged, civilian ship movement temporarily halted
  • Ukrainian attack repelled, drones destroyed, but Russian warship incapacitatedThe attack shows a significant increase in Ukrainian naval range
  • Tensions escalate in the Black Sea with repeated attacks on port facilities and grain silos

Analysis:

The attack highlights the growing capabilities of the Ukrainian navy and the escalating tensions in the Black Sea region. It signals a potential shift in the balance of power and the need for stronger naval capabilities.

Conclusion:

The Ukrainian naval drone attack on the Russian warship at Novorossiysk demonstrates the need for a stronger navy to defend against emerging threats in the region.

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