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Strike on the frigate 'Admiral Essen' in Novorossiysk
On September 9, 2026, Ukrainian forces struck the frigate 'Admiral Essen' in Novorossiysk, causing a fire on the ship. This operation was part of a joint deepstrike operation by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. As a result of the strike, the Russian Black Sea Fleet lost 40% of its 'Kalibr' missile carriers, with two ships rendered unable to launch missiles due to damage.
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8 October
9 September
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