Ukrainian Forces Strike 2 Russian "Shadow Fleet" Tankers in the Black Sea
Source: Global Times
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On the 16th local time, the Security Service of Ukraine reported that Ukraine successfully struck two oil tankers under the Russian "Shadow Fleet" using the "Marmite" maritime drone in the Black Sea. The report stated that these two oil tankers are the "Louise 1" and "Banda," which have long been responsible for oil transportation for Russia.
Currently, there has been no response from the Russian side. (Reporter: Dong Wei, CCTV)
Classification
Region
Europe, Russia & CIS
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Naval Engagement
SALUTE Report
Size
2 oil tankers
Activity
Ukrainian forces successfully struck Russian oil tankers
Location
Black Sea
Unit
Ukrainian National Security Bureau
Time
October 16
Equipment
Maritime drone
Summary
Ukrainian forces successfully struck two Russian oil tankers, 'Louise 1' and 'Banda', using a maritime drone in the Black Sea on October 16. These vessels have been responsible for oil transportation for Russia. The Russian side has not yet responded to this incident.
Key Facts
- Ukrainian forces used a maritime drone to strike Russian oil tankers.
- The targeted vessels were named 'Louise 1' and 'Banda'.
- These tankers have been involved in transporting oil for Russia.
- The incident occurred in the Black Sea on October 16.
- There has been no response from the Russian side regarding this attack.