Russia Strikes Ukraine Port: Cargo Ship and Data Centre Hit
Russian forces claim to have targeted a military cargo ship and a data centre at Chornomorsk Port.
Russia has launched a series of strikes targeting Ukrainian infrastructure, including a data centre in Odesa and a cargo ship at Chornomorsk Port, while claiming to have intercepted hundreds of Ukrainian drones. The attacks come as part of an escalating campaign to disrupt Ukraine’s military and logistical capabilities.
Russia’s Defence Ministry announced that its forces hit the Tenet data centre in Odesa, alleging it was used by Ukraine’s military to process and store sensitive information. The ministry also reported striking a dry cargo ship at Chornomorsk Port, which it claimed was transporting military supplies. No details were provided about the ship’s name, owner, or the fate of its crew, and the extent of the damage remains unverified.
Strikes on Ukrainian Port and Data Centre
Chornomorsk, a key port on the Black Sea, serves as a critical hub for Ukraine’s trade and military logistics. The strikes follow a broader pattern of Russian attacks aimed at crippling Ukraine’s ability to sustain its war effort.
In retaliation, Ukrainian drone strikes have targeted Russian infrastructure, including a Yandex data centre in the Vladimir region. The attack forced the tech giant to suspend operations at the facility, which houses services used by millions, including Russia’s largest search engine, food delivery, and taxi platforms. Yandex reported no injuries but warned users of potential disruptions as it assessed the damage.
The strike on the Vladimir facility was the third in a week, following earlier attacks on Yandex data centres in the Kaluga and Ryazan regions. The repeated assaults have caused outages in transport and e-commerce services, though Yandex has not released a full damage assessment.
Ukrainian Drone Attacks Disrupt Russian Infrastructure
Meanwhile, Russia’s bombardment of Ukrainian cities has resulted in civilian casualties. At least seven people were killed and over 50 wounded in recent attacks, including strikes on apartment buildings, offices, and the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv. The relentless assaults aim to weaken Ukraine’s resistance and economic stability.
The conflict’s expanding scope now includes digital and logistical infrastructure as key battlegrounds. With both sides intensifying their strikes, the humanitarian toll continues to rise, while businesses and civilians face growing disruptions.
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