Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces Strike 21 Vessels in Sea of Azov
Between July 6 and July 8, 2026, Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces targeted and hit 21 Russian maritime vessels. Commander Robert 'Magyar' Brovdi confirmed the hits included 19 'shadow fleet' oil tankers, a cargo ship, and a ferry in the Kerch Strait. Part of 'Operation Crimean Switch', the campaign aims to sever Russian logistics and energy exports. Additional strikes were reported on 53 military targets and energy substations in occupied Crimea during the same period.
Date: July 8, 2026
Location: Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: naval
Severity: MEDIUM
Casualties reported: 2
Source: Ukrainska Pravda