Ukraine Eliminates 14 More Russian Shadow Fleet Vessels Overnight
Ukraine says it destroyed 14 more Russian vessels overnight on July 12th as Kyiv continues to eliminate Russia‘s shadow fleet in a bid to choke funding for Moscow’s war machine. According to Robert “Madyar” Brovdi, commander of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces, his team had destroyed 10 tankers and four ferries, bringing the total number of destroyed Russian shadow fleet vessels to 90 units this week alone.
The operation was carried out in the Azov Sea, where a Russian tanker, tugboat, cargo ship, or other vessels were hit every 112 minutes during the week. The destruction of these vessels is part of Ukraine‘s efforts to disrupt Russia‘s ability to transport oil and petroleum products while circumventing international sanctions, providing funds to finance the armed aggression against Ukraine.
Traffic Through Kerch Strait Halts After Ukrainian Strikes
The day before, Brovdi noted that traffic through the Kerch Strait had stopped after Ukraine‘s Unmanned Systems Forces hit 21 tankers, four tugboats, two dry cargo vessels, and one specialized vessel. The General Staff previously said these vessels are used to transport oil and petroleum products while circumventing international sanctions, providing funds to finance the armed aggression against Ukraine.
The military added that the tugboats, dry cargo vessels, and the specialized vessel support Russia‘s military logistics, cargo transportation, and port infrastructure. The strikes have had a significant impact on Russia’s ability to move goods and supplies through the Kerch Strait, which is a critical waterway for Moscow’s war efforts.
Ukrainian Forces Continue to Target Russian Shadow Fleet
The destruction of these vessels is just one part of Ukraine‘s ongoing campaign to target Russia‘s shadow fleet. The military has been using its Unmanned Systems Forces to attack Russian vessels in the Azov Sea and Black Sea, as well as in the Mediterranean Sea. The goal is to disrupt Russia’s ability to transport oil and petroleum products while circumventing international sanctions, providing funds to finance the armed aggression against Ukraine.
The Ukrainian military has also been working with other countries to share intelligence and coordinate efforts to target Russian shadow fleet vessels. This cooperation has led to a significant increase in the number of Russian vessels being destroyed or damaged, which is having a major impact on Moscow’s ability to wage war.
In conclusion, Ukraine‘s Unmanned Systems Forces have had another successful week in their campaign to target Russia‘s shadow fleet. The destruction of 14 more Russian vessels overnight brings the total number of destroyed vessels to 90 this week alone. This effort is part of Ukraine’s broader strategy to disrupt Russia’s ability to wage war and provide funds for its military efforts.
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