The Ukrainian Navy attacked the Nefrit ship in Sochi with a naval drone

According to the Ukrainian army, the attack on BK-16 was part of operations carried out on Wednesday and on the night from Wednesday to Thursday. The General Staff did not specify what weapons were used in these strikes. "The extent of the damage is being assessed," we read in a statement from the General Staff published in the Telegram messenger.

What is BK-16?

The Ukrainian military said that the BK-16 is a fast transport and landing unit that can carry a total of 21 people, including 19 landing troops. It is used to transport and land troops, as well as to perform patrol and anti-subversion tasks.

"The ship may be equipped with machine guns and grenade launchers," it was emphasized.

Ukrainian Navy in action. They used a maritime drone for the attack

The Navy did not specify how badly the Nefrit ship was damaged in Sochi. It is known that a huge explosion and smoke were reported near the ship. The Ukrainian military said the attack was carried out using a naval drone.