Mar 5 β€’ 13:27 UTC πŸ‡±πŸ‡» Latvia TVNET

Ukrainian drones attacked the Russian frigate 'Admiral Essen'

Ukrainian forces successfully struck the Russian frigate 'Admiral Essen', severely impairing its missile capabilities.

On March 2, Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) and Defense Forces conducted a coordinated strike against the Russian frigate 'Admiral Essen' at the port of Novorossiysk. The operation reportedly rendered the frigate incapable of launching its Kallibr missiles, a significant blow to Russia’s naval and offensive capabilities. After being struck, the frigate suffered damage to its hull, igniting a fire that lasted approximately 18 hours, confirming the extent of the damage and operational impact on the vessel.

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