{
  "id": 686279,
  "title": "SBU, Defence Forces strike 3 Russian warships, several targets in Novorossiysk port",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/sbu-defence-forces-strike-3-russian-warships-several-targets-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-12T16:52:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Interfax-Ukraine",
    "slug": "interfax-ukraine",
    "url": "https://en.interfax.com.ua/news/general/1192715.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The State Security Service of Ukraine, in collaboration with various components of the Defense Forces, launched a significant special operation against Russian warships and infrastructure in Novorossiysk port. This operation, ordered by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, involved the destruction of two Kalibr launch platforms, specifically the frigates Admiral Essen and Admiral Makarov, as well as the patrol ship Vasily Bykov. Additional targets included the 30N6E radar system, a mobile fire group at Pier No. 2, the Grushova oil depot tunnel portal, and the infrastructure of berths No. 3, No. 6, and No. 7.\n\nThe Ukrainian security service detailed that Ukrainian drones, Palianytsia jet drones, Neptune missiles, and strike systems from naval platforms accurately targeted these designated objectives. Novorossiysk naval base, a crucial facility for the Russian Black Sea Fleet and a strategic outpost in the Black Sea, was one of the primary targets. The SBU emphasized that the operation aimed to reduce Russia's control over the Black Sea and minimize the use of its navy against Ukraine. This strategic move is part of Ukraine's ongoing efforts to disrupt Russia's naval capabilities in the region.",
  "summary": "The State Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), together with other components of the Defense Forces, struck two Kalibr launchers in the port of Novorossiysk – Admiral Essen and Admiral Makarov frigates, as well as Vasily Bykov patrol ship, the SBU has said.",
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        "outlet": "BBC World",
        "title": "Major Russian grain export terminal hit in Ukraine Black Sea port attack",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/major-russian-grain-export-terminal-hit-in-ukraine-black-sea-port",
        "published": "2026-08-12T17:20:03.000Z"
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        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Major Russian grain export terminal hit in Ukraine Black Sea port attack",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/major-russian-grain-export-terminal-hit-in-ukraine-black-sea-port-691041",
        "published": "2026-08-12T18:27:40.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}