Russian missile strikes Guinea-Bissau-flagged cargo ship near Odesa
A Russian missile struck the grain carrier Golden Leo, flying the Guinea-Bissau flag, while it was transiting the Black Sea near the port of Odesa on July 19. Ukrainian authorities reported that five crew members were killed in the blast, while eight were successfully rescued. The vessel was reportedly carrying corn for export. The incident underscores the continued threat to international commercial shipping in the Black Sea despite previous efforts to secure humanitarian maritime corridors.
Date: July 19, 2026
Location: Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: naval
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 5
Source: Post-Gazette / Associated Press