Russian cruise missiles strike the Guinea-Bissau-flagged cargo ship Golden Leo off the coast of Odesa, killing at least six to ten crew members.
Russian cruise missiles struck the Guinea-Bissau-flagged cargo ship Golden Leo near the Ukrainian city of Odesa on Sunday. The vessel was transporting grain when it was hit by three missiles, resulting in a deadly fire. While initial reports from the Ukrainian seaports authority confirmed nine crew members and one pilot were killed, India later confirmed that four of its citizens were among the victims. The attack highlights Russia's increasing efforts to target maritime exports in the Black Sea. These ships are vital for Ukraine, as maritime routes account for over two-thirds of the country's agricultural exports. Prime Minister Sergiy Koretskyi stated that the government is preparing decisions to enhance navigation safety for civilian vessels. Simultaneously, Russia launched a major ballistic missile assault on Kyiv, damaging several buildings and leaving at least six people dead. In response, Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that Ukrainian forces struck three oil depots in Russia's southern region. Additionally, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed gratitude to North Korea for its continued military and logistical support during the ongoing conflict.