Russia accuses Ukraine of terrorism in Sea of Azov
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Russia accused Ukraine of committing a terrorist act in the Sea of Azov on Tuesday, alleging Kyiv opened a new front in the war. The accusation follows an incident involving Ukrainian naval drones targeting Russian vessels near the Kerch Strait.
The Accusation
Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) said Ukraine launched a coordinated attack using unmanned boats in the Sea of Azov, targeting a Russian cargo ship and a naval vessel. The FSB claimed the attack was a terrorist act, citing the use of civilian shipping lanes. No casualties were reported, but one vessel sustained minor damage.
Ukrainian Response
Ukraine's military intelligence (HUR) did not confirm or deny involvement but stated that attacks on Russian military assets in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov are legitimate. HUR spokesperson Andriy Yusov said Ukraine reserves the right to strike any Russian military target. The incident marks the first reported use of naval drones in the Sea of Azov since 2024.
What's Next
The UN Security Council is expected to discuss the incident later this week at Russia's request. It remains unclear whether the attack signals a broader Ukrainian strategy to disrupt Russian shipping in the region.
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Russia accuses Ukraine of terrorism in Sea of Azov
