Russia says tanker hit in Ukrainian attack near Crimea

A Russian tanker with 11 crew members has been hit in a Ukrainian attack in the Black Sea, Russian officials say, APA reports citing BBC.

They said the vessel’s engine room was damaged in the overnight strike in the Kerch Strait. No-one was hurt.

Ukraine has not publicly commented. But a Ukrainian security service source told the BBC a sea drone had been used.

Saturday’s attack is the second in as many days involving such weapons. Russia, however, has not admitted any damage during Friday’s attack.

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