Summary
Ukraine's security service, the SBU, released footage claiming it targeted a Russian submarine in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk with underwater drones. Russia's Black Sea Fleet denied any damage to the submarine. The operation involved disabling a Russian reconnaissance aircraft to ensure the mission's success.
Key Facts
- Ukraine's SBU released footage showing preparations to strike a Russian submarine.
- The submarine, a Kilo-class vessel, was targeted in Novorossiysk.
- Ukraine used modified underwater drones called "Sub SeaBaby" to carry out the attack.
- The SBU claimed the submarine was critically damaged and disabled.
- Russia's Black Sea Fleet denied reports of damage to the submarine.
- Ukraine also targeted an Il-38N reconnaissance aircraft at Russia’s Yeysk air base.
- The operation aimed to prevent the aircraft from detecting the underwater drones.
- The SBU stated the operation was in collaboration with the Ukrainian navy.
