Russian Ministry Claims Strikes on 31 Ukrainian-Linked Vessels

The Russian Ministry of Defence released these figures as part of its routine operational update, though the specific locations and circumstances of the engagements remain undisclosed. The reported strikes target a diverse array of maritime assets, ranging from heavy bulk carriers to smaller support units. Reuters has not been able to independently verify these battlefield claims, and Ukrainian authorities have yet to issue a formal response regarding the status of their fleet in the wake of these reported actions.