Ukraine strikes Rostov-on-Don port, targets Russian 'shadow fleet' vessels

Published Jul 28, 09:16 AM UTC

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Ukrainian drones attacked the port of Rostov-on-Don in Russia, hitting the cargo section and causing fires. President Zelenskyy confirmed the strike, calling it part of a 'long-range sanctions' plan to reduce Russia's war financing. The port, with a capacity of up to 18 billion tonnes per year, has seen operations reduced to a minimum due to regular attacks. At least five people were killed and five injured, according to the Rostov region governor. Simultaneously, Ukraine is conducting an operation targeting Russian vessels in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov, including ships from the 'shadow fleet,' having attacked nearly 200 vessels to date.

Source report

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a successful attack on a Russian port via the X platform.

“Last night, our long-range sanctions were effective in the Rostov region. An export terminal approximately 250 kilometres from the front line was hit. Deep strikes also targeted oil facilities in the Yaroslavl region and the Udmurt Republic, which is 1,300 kilometres from Ukraine’s state border. We are carrying out our plan of long-range sanctions and reducing Russia’s ability to finance the war.”

Key Details

Target: The cargo section of the port of Rostov-on-Don was hit, resulting in fires at the impact sites.
Casualties: According to Yuri Slyusar, Governor of the Rostov Region, at least five people were killed and five more were injured.
Port Capacity: The port of Rostov-on-Don has a handling capacity of up to 18 billion tonnes of goods per year.
Operational Impact: Due to regular Ukrainian drone attacks, port operations have been reduced to a minimum.

Broader Operations

Ukrainian forces are simultaneously conducting operations targeting Russian vessels in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov, including ships belonging to the so-called "shadow fleet."
To date, Ukrainian forces have attacked a total of nearly 200 vessels.

By Patryk Jagnieża 27 July 2026, 10:48

Source

Defence24.comWestern

Original headline: Ukraine attacks the port in Rostov-on-Don in Russia

Original language: EN

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