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Ukrainian Drone Strike Sinks Cargo Ship in Sea of Azov

4/5/2026

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According to Vladimir Saldo, the Kherson Region Governor, the Volgo-Balt sank in the Sea of Azov on April 3 after a Ukrainian drone strike.
The crew abandoned the Volgo-Balt and reached shore near Strelkovoye two days later, with local residents aiding the survivors before emergency services arrived.
One crew member died and two are missing.
The captain is hospitalized.
Other crew members are receiving medical support, and an investigation is ongoing.

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According to Vladimir Saldo, the Kherson Region Governor, the Volgo-Balt sank in the Sea of Azov on April 3 after a Ukrainian drone strike.
The crew abandoned the Volgo-Balt and reached shore near Strelkovoye two days later, with local residents aiding the survivors before emergency services arrived.
One crew member died and two are missing.
The captain is hospitalized.
Other crew members are receiving medical support, and an investigation is ongoing.