Ukraine struck two Russian Ropucha-class landing ships, Yamal and Azov, in occupied Crimea on March 23.
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Ukraine struck two Russian Ropucha-class landing ships, Yamal and Azov, in occupied Crimea in the late hours of March 23
Ukrainian defence forces successfully struck the Russian Ropucha-class landing ships Yamal and Azov, as well as a communications centre and several other Russian Black Sea Fleet infrastructure facilities in the occupied city of Sevastopol.
At least 10 explosions reported by Suspilne citing locals
Ukrainian Air Force Commander Mykola Oleschuk confirmed the attack on Telegram and thanked pilots and sailors for successful attack
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