Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces Strike 13 Vessels of Russian Shadow Fleet
Commander Robert Brovdi of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces announced that 13 vessels belonging to the Russian 'shadow fleet' were struck in the Black and Azov Seas. The targets included eight dry cargo ships, a tanker, a gas carrier, a tugboat, and two floating cranes. The operation brings the total number of Russian shadow fleet vessels hit this month to 159. The campaign aims to disrupt Russian maritime logistics and isolate military assets in occupied Crimea.
Date: July 18, 2026
Location: Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: naval
Severity: HIGH
Source: LIGA.net