Ukraine Claims Landing Craft In Black Sea Destroyed, Six Russians Killed

In the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, significant hostilities escalated on September 3. The Ukrainian Navy reported destroying a Russian landing craft in the Black Sea, resulting in the loss of six Russian soldiers. Prior to this, Ukrainian air defenses intercepted and neutralized 22 Iranian-made drones launched by Russia in the Odesa region.

Ukraine faced a series of attacks targeting the Danube River port infrastructure, which had gained strategic importance. President Zelenskiy replaced the Defense Minister amid the critical southern counteroffensive.

The Russian military claimed responsibility for drone strikes on the Ukrainian port of Reni near the Romanian border. Reports of casualties, including shelling in Ukraine's Sumy region and Ukrainian drone attacks inside Russia, highlight the conflict's impact. The situation is rapidly evolving, and both sides are engaged in complex military operations. Diplomatic efforts continue alongside these developments.