Ukraine claims hit on Russian naval base in Novorossiysk

Ukraine launched a nighttime assault targeting Russia's naval base in Novorossiysk, a key port on the Black Sea, according to Ukrainian officials. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asserted that the operation successfully damaged Russian air defense systems, docks, and maritime infrastructure.

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The night attack by Ukraine on the southern Russian city of Novorossiysk targeted Russia's naval base on the Black Sea and managed to damage Russian air defense positions, docks, and maritime port infrastructure.

Zelenskyy characterized the attack as "unique," emphasizing its success in striking a primary base of Russia's Black Sea Fleet located more than 300 kilometers from the current front lines. He stated that Ukrainian forces utilized "Palianitsia" reactive drones, Neptune missiles, and maritime unmanned systems, which "precisely hit the designated targets."

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"The impact on air defense positions, docks, and maritime port infrastructure has been confirmed," Zelenskyy declared in a message shared on social media. He added, "The occupation fleet and all the infrastructure supporting it will not be safe as long as Russian aggression continues. The war must stop, and all adequate proposals for diplomacy are on the table."

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impacted the air defense positions, the docks, and the maritime port infrastructure.

In a separate national address, Zelenskyy indicated that he has presented proposals to American mediators, though he did not disclose specific details. He suggested these proposals relate to defense, noting that the U.S. can help strengthen Ukraine's defenses, particularly through air defense systems, and can pressure Russia to shift its strategy from prolonging the war to preparing for its end.

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The occupation fleet and all the infrastructure that supports it will not be safe as long as Russian aggression continues. The war must stop, and all adequate proposals for diplomacy are on the table.