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Ukraine Says Underwater Drone Hit Russian Kilo-Class Submarine at Novorossiysk

Kyiv’s security service released explosion footage, with independent confirmation still pending.

Overview

  • Ukraine’s SBU says Sub Sea Baby underwater drones struck a Russian submarine moored in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.
  • Ukrainian officials report the Kilo-class vessel sustained critical damage and was taken out of service.
  • The SBU published a video it says shows a blast in the military port.
  • Russia had not publicly commented on the claim, with third-party verification not yet available.
  • Reported use of a submersible drone follows recent Ukrainian strikes on Novorossiysk facilities and tankers in the Black Sea.