Russia strikes cargo ship off Odessa in continued campaign against Ukraine-bound shipping

Russian forces struck a cargo vessel 16 km southeast of Odessa, reportedly delivering supplies to Ukrainian troops, per the Russian Defense Ministry. This continues Moscow's established pattern of targeting Ukraine-bound shipping, with the strike's impact and any casualties unconfirmed. The incident underscores the persistent threat to Black Sea maritime routes and Ukraine's supply lines.

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