Black Sea
The Unmanned Systems Forces attacked 13 substations in occupied Crimea and four vessels of the Russian shadow fleet in the Black Sea overnight. In total, from July 1 to 19, 176 vessels and 96 energy nodes were hit.
Financial Times reports that the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, does not have a clear strategy for victory, relying only on prolonged defense and mobilization. The conflict with the dismissed Minister of Defense Fedorov revealed disagreements in Ukraine's military strategy.
On the night of July 17, the Defense Forces struck military targets of the Russian Federation. Two tankers, the patrol ship "Svetlyak", an oil terminal, and the "Slavneft-Yanos" refinery were hit.
Commander of the SBS of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Robert Brovdi confirmed the destruction of 12 vessels of the Russian shadow fleet on July 17. In total, from July 6 to July 17, 159 vessels were destroyed, of which 117 in the Sea of Azov and 42 in the Black Sea.
Commander of the SBS Robert Brovdi reported the destruction of 11 enemy vessels on July 16. In total, from July 6 to July 16, 147 vessels of the Russian shadow fleet were destroyed.
Commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces Robert "Madyar" Brovdi showed a video of striking 20 vessels of Russia's "shadow fleet" in the Black Sea.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the Ukrainian military continues to impose "long-range sanctions" on Russia. He thanked the units of the SSO, SBU, SBS, GUR, and Navy for strikes on oil refineries, ships, and tankers of the "shadow fleet".
On the night of July 14, fighters of the Unmanned Systems Forces struck 11 vessels of the Russian shadow fleet in the Sea of Azov. In total, over 9 days as part of the "MoLoChKa" operation, 116 vessels have been hunted down.
As a result of the attack of Russian UAVs on civilian vessels in the Black Sea, a sailor was killed, 5 more were wounded. Kuleba called it terrorism and proof of the rf's war against shipping.
The enemy launched strikes on two boats of the Sea Search and Rescue Service that were performing a humanitarian mission within the Ukrainian maritime corridor. This attack is further evidence of Russia's deliberate disregard for the norms of international law.
In two months, about 40 dolphins have washed up on the coast of Georgia. Among the reasons, a scientist cites military actions in the Black Sea and water pollution.
Zelenskyy discussed infrastructure protection and strengthening electronic warfare in the Dnipro region. Military officials reported on the situation at the front and security in the Black Sea.
Andriy Sybiha and Hakan Fidan discussed cooperation in the defense sector, energy, and logistics. The parties are preparing a meeting of presidents to bring peace closer.
A local resident collected coordinates of mobile fire groups and anti-aircraft complexes for the enemy. The traitor was caught red-handed and faces life imprisonment.
Specialists recorded 350 meters of polluted coastline with spots and a film of an unknown substance. Ecologists rescued a bird and are examining water samples.
During the night, dozens of drones attacked Krasnodar Krai and Tver. The Krymska station and facilities in Gelendzhik were hit, and a fire was reported in Tver.
Rising prices and demand due to the conflict in the Middle East have record-high increased Russia's profits. Ukrainian drone strikes on ports are hindering budget replenishment.
Tanks and berths of the terminal, which provides 1. 5% of global oil supplies, were hit. A fire at the Sheskharis facility is also reported.
Ukraine is ready to share its experience in unblocking sea routes after successes in the Black Sea. No requests for assistance in the Strait of Hormuz have been received yet.
Ukraine is ready to share its experience with a maritime corridor to unblock the strait. The President proposes using military convoys and EW networks.
The gauleiters allowed development in protected areas and tree felling in Yalta. Chekhov's museum was threatened, and the mansion of architect Krasnov has already been demolished.
There are no Russian warships in the sea, and only small boats are on patrol. Navy spokesman Pletenchuk confirmed the absence of the enemy fleet.
Over 400 bird species, including resident, migratory, and wintering birds, are found in Ukraine. The greatest diversity is concentrated near water bodies, forests, and steppes.
Five dolphins were recorded in the national park's waters while hunting for fish. Due to the war and environmental disasters, over 80,000 individuals have already died.
Warm weather without precipitation is expected in Ukraine on March 24, with temperatures up to +19 degrees. In Kyiv, the thermometers will rise to 14 degrees Celsius during the day.
On Friday, partly cloudy weather with no precipitation is expected, with temperatures up to +14 degrees. In Kyiv, it will be clear with temperatures up to +12 degrees.
Ecologists recorded an excess of fat content in the sea near Otrada and Lanzheron beaches. The pollution is linked to an enemy attack on port infrastructure.
Zelenskyy announced the development of drones for ocean operations and underwater systems. New technologies will be able to shoot down fighter jets and hit ground targets.
Air defense forces shot down 58 missiles and 402 drones during a massive attack on critical infrastructure. The main direction of the enemy attack was the Kyiv region.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the expansion of energy cooperation and the construction of power lines. The projects will strengthen the Chernivtsi region and the wider area.