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Ukraine Launches Underwater Drone Attack on Russian Submarine

12/18/2025

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Ukraine's Underwater Assault

Ukraine conducted an underwater drone attack on a Russian Kilo-class submarine at Novorossiysk, damaging the submarine, per the Security Service of Ukraine.
The operation deployed "Sub Sea Baby" drones.
The targeted submarine is armed with Kalibr cruise missile launchers.
The attack signals an evolution in Ukraine's drone warfare capabilities, from surface vessels to undersea operations.
It also reflects broader trends as Russia and NATO seek to enhance underwater drone capabilities.

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Ukraine's Underwater Assault

Ukraine conducted an underwater drone attack on a Russian Kilo-class submarine at Novorossiysk, damaging the submarine, per the Security Service of Ukraine.
The operation deployed "Sub Sea Baby" drones.
The targeted submarine is armed with Kalibr cruise missile launchers.
The attack signals an evolution in Ukraine's drone warfare capabilities, from surface vessels to undersea operations.
It also reflects broader trends as Russia and NATO seek to enhance underwater drone capabilities.

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