Ukrainian intelligence carried out the measurement of the strike with the help of naval drones and Neptune anti-ship missiles, footage of which was also shared.
Ukrainian GUR released footage of naval drones striking two Russian 11770 Serna aircraft in the Black Sea near Chornomorsk, occupied Crimea. The ships were reportedly carrying infantry, armored vehicles such as the BTR-82, and air defense systems. pic.twitter.com/RUSjLSEOv9
— NOEL reports () November 10, 2023
According to a report by the Telegram channel called “Krími Szél,” four or five raids may have hit the settlement itself, at least one of which – allegedly – also hit nearby barracks. The channel also reported that emergency services are at the scene and the rubble is being removed.
According to preliminary information, the naval aircraft are unmanned aircraft It collided with two Russian Szerna landing craft (project 11770). According to unconfirmed reports, the ships were carrying armored vehicles and anti-aircraft systems with their crews.
The extent of the damage to the two ships is not yet known. Russia produced the type between 1994 and 2014, with a total of 12 units. A piece of it was destroyed in May 2022, near Snake Island.
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