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Posted on December 22, 2025
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A Ukrainian drone attack in Russia's Krasnodar region damaged vessels, piers, and caused a large fire. All crew were safely evacuated.
Dec 22 (Reuters) - A Ukrainian drone attack damaged two vessels, two piers and sparked a fire in a village on the Black Sea coast in Russia’s Krasnodar region, regional authorities said on Monday.
All crew on the ships at the Volna terminal on the Black Sea have been safely evacuated, the Krasnodar region’s operational headquarters said on the Telegram messaging app.
The damage led to a fire spreading up to 1,500 square metres (1,794 square yards), said authorities. By 0200 GMT the fire was still raging.
Ukraine has often struck the Krasnodar region with drones, targeting refineries, fuel depots, ports and airfields. The Black Sea region is vital for Russia’s energy exports and military logistics, bordering Crimea and lying within drone range of southern Ukraine.
The village of Volna is close to the Crimean bridge over the Kerch Strait, a major artery for Russian forces, as it links the mainland to the Crimean peninsula that was annexed in 2014 from Ukraine.
(Reporting by Lidia Kelly in Melbourne; Editing by Christian Schmollinger and Michael Perry)
A drone attack refers to the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to carry out military operations, often involving the targeting of specific locations or assets.
The Krasnodar region is a federal subject of Russia located in the southern part of the country, bordering the Black Sea and known for its agricultural and industrial activities.
Military logistics involves the planning and execution of the movement and support of forces, including the supply of equipment, personnel, and materials necessary for military operations.
Fire spread refers to the movement of fire from one location to another, often influenced by environmental conditions, materials present, and firefighting efforts.
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