Ukrainian Naval Drone Engages and Destroys Russian Unmanned Vessel in Black Sea
The Ukrainian Navy confirmed what it identified as the first-ever direct surface engagement between unmanned naval combat craft in the Black Sea on September 12. A Ukrainian naval drone intercepted and neutralized an armed Russian uncrewed boat operating in maritime operational zones.
Date: September 12, 2026
Location: Black Sea, Ukraine
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: naval
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: The Kyiv Independent