Ukraine sinks another Russian ship while awaiting Western aid

Published February 1, 2024 3:05pm ET



A small Russian warship operating near the coast of Crimea sank as a result of repeated strikes from Ukraine’s burgeoning drone fleet, according to Ukrainian defense officials.

“As a result of a number of direct hits the Russian ship sustained damage incompatible with further movement,” Ukrainian Defense Intelligence Directorate said. “The cost of the ship lost by the aggressor state is approximately $60-70 million dollars.”

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