Sept. 12, 2024, 4:10 p.m.
(Photo: Volodymyr Zelenskyy/Telegram)
In yet another attack, the Russian military struck a civilian vessel in the Black Sea that was transporting wheat to Egypt.
According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the attack took place immediately after the ship left Ukrainian territorial waters. According to preliminary reports, there were no casualties.
The Head of State emphasized that Ukraine is an important player in the global food market, and unimpeded exports through the Black Sea ensure food stability in many countries, especially in Africa and the Middle East. Protecting food supplies is a priority for Ukraine, as it affects the lives of millions of people around the world.
"Ukraine is one of the key global contributors to food security. Internal stability and the lives of dozens of countries in different parts of the world depend on the normal and unhindered operation of our export food corridor," the President said.
The Ukrainian authorities called on the international community to respond to the attack, emphasizing that food and food security should not be targeted by missile strikes.
On the night of September 12, Zmiinyi Island in Odesa region was again targeted by Russian invaders. Thus, two X-22/32 cruise missiles from Tu-22M3 aircraft were fired from the airspace over the Black Sea.
On the night of September 11, the Russian occupation forces fired six X-31P anti-radar missiles from tactical aircraft in the direction of Zmiyiny Island.
The day before, on the night of September 10, Russian troops also attacked Zmeinyi using an X-31 guided missile.
In the Black Sea, Ukrainian reconnaissance men destroyed an enemy Su-30SM fighter jet. It was shot down using a man-portable air defense system (MANPADS).
Ірина Глухова