In Odesa, no-one is safe from Russia's new Black Sea strikes
Summary
Russia has increased missile and drone attacks on Ukraine’s Black Sea ports, especially near the city of Odesa, causing damage to ships and port facilities. These attacks have killed several port workers and made shipping in the area very dangerous.Key Facts
- Russia is attacking Ukraine’s Black Sea ports, including Odesa, to disrupt trade and shipping.
- In July, there were 57 Russian attacks on civilian ships and 67 hits on port infrastructure.
- A Turkish cargo ship, Golden Leo, was hit by three missiles, killing nine crew members and a Ukrainian pilot.
- Odesa’s port is now mostly empty with many ships avoiding it due to the danger.
- Port workers say the situation is very tense and more frightening than combat on the front lines.
- There is very little time for workers to take shelter when missiles are launched from nearby Crimea.
- Authorities are hiding some details about port damage to avoid helping Russia target important sites again.
- The attacks aim to cut Ukraine’s connections to international trade through the Black Sea.
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