Official statements from the Russian government or local authorities in the Krasnodar region

Ukrainian Drone Attack on Russian Ferry in Port Kavkaz Kills One, Injures Five

Jul 23, 2024, 07:56 AM

A Ukrainian drone attack on a ferry in Russia's Port Kavkaz in the Kerch Strait, Krasnodar region, resulted in one death and five injuries, according to regional governor Veniamin Kondratyev. The attack, which occurred on the night of July 23, targeted a ferry used to transport equipment to Russian-occupied Crimea. The vessel caught fire, and local authorities confirmed casualties among the crew and port staff.