Ukraine: Russian boat carrying weapons severely damaged in attack

Kiev, June 17, (dpa/GNA) – The Ukrainian military, said it severely damaged a Russian tugboat carrying weapons and supplies in the Black Sea.

The air defence system on board was unable to repel the attack from the Ukrainian naval forces, the navy announced on social media channels.

The ship was supposed to bring ammunition, weapons and soldiers to the Snake Island, which sits about 35 kilometres off the coast, and has been occupied by Russian forces since the end of February.

There was initially no confirmation from the Russian side.

GNA