Russian forces carried out overnight strikes on Ukrainian ports in Odessa, Nikolayev, and Izmail, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.
Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports continued overnight into July 24, according to a statement released by the Russian Defense Ministry. The operation targeted multiple port facilities in Odessa, Nikolayev, and Izmail. The Times of Russia summarizes the ministry’s latest report on the reported military actions and the facilities that were said to have been hit.
Russian Strikes on Ukrainian Ports Continue Overnight
According to the Russian Defense Ministry, Russian forces launched another series of group strikes during the night of July 23–24. The attacks reportedly involved air-launched precision weapons along with strike drones aimed at port infrastructure in several Ukrainian cities.
The ministry stated that the operation formed part of the continued Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports, focusing on facilities allegedly connected to military logistics.
Reported Targets in Odessa Port
The Defense Ministry reported that storage tanks containing fuel and lubricants intended for the Ukrainian armed forces were struck at the Odessa Commercial Sea Port, a state-owned enterprise.
According to the ministry, these fuel storage facilities were among the primary targets during the latest operation.
Reported Strike at Nikolayev Commercial Sea Port
The ministry also stated that Russian forces struck a dry-cargo vessel while it was being unloaded at the Nikolayev Commercial Sea Port.
According to the statement, the vessel was carrying military supplies at the time of the reported strike.
Infrastructure Hit at Izmail Port
The Defense Ministry reported that several facilities were struck at the Izmail Commercial Sea Port.
According to the statement, the reported targets included:
Port infrastructure used for unloading and storing military cargo.
Three storage depots for unmanned surface vessels, including a Magura unmanned boat.
A hangar containing equipment belonging to the Ukrainian armed forces.
A floating dock used for storing and launching autonomous unmanned underwater vehicles.
The ministry said these facilities were hit as part of the ongoing Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports.
Previous Reported Strikes
The Defense Ministry also referred to military operations carried out on July 23.
According to the ministry, Russian forces struck port infrastructure at the Odessa port that was reportedly being used to unload and store military cargo.
The statement further said that attack drones struck a workshop producing drone components and a warehouse storing drones intended for delivery to the Ukrainian armed forces.
In addition, during the daytime on July 23, air-launched precision weapons reportedly targeted port infrastructure at the Yuzhny Commercial Sea Port. According to the ministry, the facilities were being used to unload and store fuel and lubricants for the Ukrainian armed forces.
Conclusion
According to the Russian Defense Ministry, the latest Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports targeted facilities in Odessa, Nikolayev, Izmail, and previously Yuzhny that were described as supporting military logistics and equipment. The ministry outlined a series of reported strikes involving precision weapons and drones during July 23–24. The Times of Russia will continue to report official statements and developments as they become available.
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