Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker Burns off Sochi After Ukrainian Drone Boat Attack

A Liberian-flagged tanker linked to Russia's shadow fleet was struck by an unmanned surface vessel off Sochi, causing a fire and the rescue of all 23 crew. This marks a direct Ukrainian attack on Russian energy infrastructure in the Black Sea, escalating the conflict's impact on maritime trade. The incident underscores the vulnerability of Russian oil exports and the expanding reach of Ukrainian naval operations.