Russian strike damages Ukraine Danube port as Moscow intercepts drones
A Russian strike has damaged the port infrastructure in Ukraine's Izmail, a key grain-export hub. Concurrently, Russian authorities reported intercepting four Ukrainian drones aimed at Moscow amid ongoing hostilities. The attacks highlight the continued escalation of conflict despite recent peace efforts.
- ▪The port of Izmail is Ukraine's largest on the Danube and has been frequently targeted.
- ▪Ukrainian air defense successfully destroyed most Russian drones over open territory, minimizing civilian risk.
- ▪The fighting continues despite a recent US-brokered ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine.
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- ▪ Russia attacks Ukraine’s Danube port city, Ukraine launches drones towards Moscow — Investing.com — News
- ▪ Russia attacks Ukraine's Danube port city, Ukraine launches drones towards Moscow — Straits Times — World
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News|Russia-Ukraine warRussian strike damages Ukraine Danube port as Moscow intercepts dronesPort infrastructure hit in southern Ukraine as drones intercepted over Russian capital.ListenListen (3 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoThe port of Izmail seen from Plauru, Romania, September 5, 2023 [Andreea Campeanu/Reuters]By Al Jazeera Staff and ReutersPublished On 19 May 202619 May 2026A Russian attack has damaged port infrastructure in Ukraine’s Danube River port city of Izmail, a vital grain-export hub, while Russian authorities said they had downed four Ukrainian drones headed towards Moscow, as peace efforts remain stalled and both sides continue reciprocal attacks.Izmail, in the Odesa region, is…
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