Ukraine carried out a drone strike against a Russian naval vessel in the Black Sea, marking another blow to Moscow’s maritime presence in the region.

The target, identified as the MPSV07, was struck near Novorossiysk on September 10, 2025, according to Ukrainian Defense Intelligence. The attack damaged the ship’s bridge, knocking out key navigation and communication systems.

This latest strike underscores Ukraine’s growing reliance on asymmetric warfare, using drones to hit Russian military assets far from its shores. These tactics have already forced Russia to relocate parts of its Black Sea Fleet from the heavily targeted port of Sevastopol to more secure locations.

Military analysts say the operation reflects Ukraine’s evolving capabilities and determination to undermine Russia’s naval dominance, even as the war stretches into its third year.

The strike follows a series of similar drone attacks that have targeted both ships and port infrastructure, signaling Kyiv’s intent to maintain pressure on Moscow’s forces well beyond the frontlines.