Sea of Azov: Ukraine's New Attacking Campaign Against Russia
Summary
Ukraine has launched a new campaign using drones to attack Russian ships in the Sea of Azov. These strikes have greatly reduced Russian maritime traffic and aim to cut off supplies to the Crimean Peninsula without damaging the Kerch Bridge.Key Facts
- Ukraine’s drone forces hit 20 Russian vessels overnight, totaling 136 ship strikes from July 6 to 15.
- The Sea of Azov connects to the Black Sea via the Kerch Strait, which links Crimea to Russia.
- Ukraine targets Russia’s "shadow fleet," ships hidden to avoid sanctions.
- Russia suspended shipping on the Don-Azov Channel linking the Sea of Azov to the Don River after the attacks.
- Ukrainian operations combine attacks on ships and Russian air defenses, showing advanced planning and coordination.
- Ukraine has no traditional navy in the Black Sea but uses drones to control the area.
- Ukrainian strikes also target fuel and supply routes to isolate Crimea, causing fuel shortages there.
- Maritime traffic in the Sea of Azov dropped sharply from 132 ships to 43 between July 6 and July 12.
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