Ukraine Launches Major Deep Strike on Russia’s Novorossiysk Naval Base

Ukraine says its Defense Forces carried out a major overnight attack on Russia’s naval base in Novorossiysk, a strategically important facility located more than 300 kilometres from the front line.

According to Ukrainian officials, the operation involved Palianytsia jet-powered drones, Neptune missiles and unmanned naval systems. The weapons were reportedly used to target several military sites and infrastructure within the port area.

Ukraine said the strikes hit Russian air-defense positions, naval piers and other infrastructure supporting the Black Sea Fleet.

The reported operation highlights Ukraine’s growing ability to conduct long-range attacks against Russian military facilities far beyond the immediate battlefield. Novorossiysk has become an important base for Russia’s Black Sea Fleet and related military operations.

Ukrainian authorities warned that Russian naval forces and the infrastructure supporting them would continue to face attacks while the war remains ongoing.

At the same time, Ukraine’s leadership reiterated its support for diplomatic efforts aimed at bringing the conflict to an end.

The claims regarding the extent of the damage from the overnight strikes have not been independently verified.