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Ukrainian Drone Attack Sparks Fire in Russian Black Sea

12/22/2025

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On December 22, a Ukrainian drone attack damaged two vessels and piers in Russia's Krasnodar region and lit a fire over 1,500 square meters.
All crew members at the Volna terminal were evacuated safely.
The Black Sea region is crucial for Russia's energy exports and logistics, targeted by Ukraine.
Volna sits near the Crimean Bridge, a key Russian supply route to Crimea, and the fire remained active by 0200 GMT.

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On December 22, a Ukrainian drone attack damaged two vessels and piers in Russia's Krasnodar region and lit a fire over 1,500 square meters.
All crew members at the Volna terminal were evacuated safely.
The Black Sea region is crucial for Russia's energy exports and logistics, targeted by Ukraine.
Volna sits near the Crimean Bridge, a key Russian supply route to Crimea, and the fire remained active by 0200 GMT.