Norway to strengthen Ukrainian Navy through $241 million investment
The investment will not only focus on immediate defense needs but also include funding for mine clearance operations and training programs for Ukrainian soldiers.
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Storm claims third Russian vessel near occupied Crimea as Greenpeace urges action over oil spill
A floating crane has become the third Russian vessel to sink near occupied Crimea today, after two tankers.
UK intel: Ukraine constrains Russian Navy, but Black Sea Fleet maintains strike power
The situation in the Black Sea demonstrates how Ukraine's strategy has reshaped but not eliminated the maritime threat, as Russian forces adapt their tactics under pressure.
Ukrainian Navy strikes Russian-controlled gas platforms in Black Sea with marine drones
Vice Admiral Oleksii Neizphapa confirms Ukrainian marine drones successfully neutralized enemy infrastructure in the Black Sea.
US Army Europe Commander: Putin risks losing naval resources in three different regions simultaneously
Putin confronts potential loss of key maritime assets in Syria, Black Sea, and Baltic regions.
Russia’s uses Kalibr cruise missiles with cluster munitions in its latest assault on Ukraine
When detonated at high altitudes, cluster munitions cover a larger area, increasing the chance of hitting multiple targets, including civilian ones, especially in densely populated areas.
Ukraine downs 79/91 missiles as Russia targets power grid
At least 12 missiles might have reached their intended targets.
UK intel: Russia’s fleet forced to change area of operation, but retains ability to support land operations
Moscow has been repeatedly outmaneuvered by Ukraine's innovative tactics and modern weaponry, forcing the retreat of its prized Black Sea Fleet from Crimea's historic ports to safer waters.
Ukraine scales up production of advanced Neptune missiles
Ukraine has upgraded its Neptune missiles for extended range and plans further advancements, signaling a robust missile program amid the ongoing war with Russia.
Ukraine may face Russian strike with 90 Kalibr missiles launched at same time, warns former navy official
As winter approaches, Russian forces may target Ukraine's energy infrastructure in a large-scale missile attack. Ukrainian Captain Andrii Ryzhenko reports that Russian submarines in the Black Sea pose a significant threat capable of launching Kalibr missiles from secure underwater positions.
UK Intelligence: Ukraine’s innovative strike damages Russian frigates in Caspian Sea
In a groundbreaking operation, Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (HUR) damaged at least two Russian Gepard-class frigates in the port of Kaspiysk, demonstrating its ability to strike deep within previously secure Russian territories.
Satellite imagery reveals ongoing fires at Russian-occupied offshore gas platforms in Black Sea
Some fires at the captured Ukrainian rigs continue for over two years.
Russia’s Black Sea Fleet stays outside Crimea due to threat of Ukrainian strikes
The Russian Navy does not plan to return to Crimea since Ukrainian strikes on the fleet and other assets in the occupied peninsula have made harboring there dangerous, according to Ukrainian Naval spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk.
Ukraine neutralizes 48 Russian Shahed drones, 31 others fail to reach targets; bomb strikes injure two
Russia also targeted Odesa with two missiles, which were intercepted. No casualties were reported from these attacks, but Russian bombs injured two.
Zelenskyy: Only US endorsement may sway Germany on NATO invitation for Ukraine
Ukraine's President hopes for more positive responses to his "victory plan" after November's US election.
Ukraine blocks Russia’s chairmanship in Black Sea environmental commission
Russia's bid to chair the Commission for the Protection of the Black Sea Against Pollution failed, with Ukraine arguing that Russia's war against Ukraine makes it impossible to implement the Black Sea Protection Convention.
ISW: Russia aims to undermine Ukraine’s grain corridor through repeated Odesa port attacks
Russian forces struck the port of Odesa on 14 October, damaging two civilian vessels and port infrastructure. It's the fourth attack on ports since 5 October.
Russo-Ukrainian War, day 964: Ukraine delivers million drones to frontline as Russia advances in Donetsk Oblast
Ukraine's domestic military production reaches new heights with the delivery of one million units to the front, as announced by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
UK intel: Russia’s OKEAN-24 naval drill figures likely exaggerated
Russia conducted its OKEAN-24 naval exercise in September 2024, though Ukrainian attacks prevented any activity in the Black Sea during the exercise.
OSINT confirms destruction of eight fuel tanks at oil depot in occupied Crimea
A Ukrainian missile attack on 7 October targeted the Feodosia oil terminal in occupied Crimea, sparking a days-long fire.