Ukraine war latest: 4 Russian warships damaged in strike on Black Sea Fleet port in Novorossiysk

kyivindependent.com·The Kyiv Independent news desk·2026-08-12T17:42:44.000Z
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Ukraine says it carried out a long-range drone and missile attack on a Russian naval base, damaging four warships and hitting key infrastructure in Novorossiysk, a port over 300 km from the front line. The strike reportedly killed an 8-year-old boy and injured others, while Ukraine claims significant territorial gains and heavy Russian losses since January. The article highlights Ukrainian military successes and frontline hardships, using official statements to emphasize resilience and progress.

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