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Ukraine reports major attack on Russian tanker fleet

Ukrainian forces claimed to have attacked 21 Russian oil tankers in the Azov Sea using drones during the night, as part of a campaign to deprive Russian military forces in occupied Ukraine of fuel. The attack reportedly damaged four tugboats, two freight ships, and a excavator vessel. Russian authorities confirmed attacks on four vessels but reported only one fatality, citing the death of a sailor on a technical supply ship. Governor Yuri Slyusar of southern Rostov region noted that fires caused by Ukrainian drones at two fuel depots were extinguished.

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ORF News logoORF NewsState / PublicProgressive8 hr. ago
Ukraine reports major attack on Russian tanker fleet

Ukrainian forces claimed to have attacked 21 Russian oil tankers in the Azov Sea using drones during the night, as part of a campaign to deprive Russian military forces in occupied Ukraine of fuel. The attack reportedly damaged four tugboats, two freight ships, and a excavator vessel. Russian authorities confirmed attacks on four vessels but reported only one fatality, citing the death of a sailor on a technical supply ship. Governor Yuri Slyusar of southern Rostov region noted that fires caused by Ukrainian drones at two fuel depots were extinguished.

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the attack as a strategic military operation by Ukraine aimed at disrupting Russian logistics, emphasizing the tactical significance of targeting fuel supplies. It highlights Ukrainian claims and uses direct quotes from Russian officials to corroborate the event, while presenting俄

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