Ukraine Destroys Russian Tugboat Ferrying ToR Missile System

A Ukrainian missile unit has destroyed Russia's Vasiliy Bekh tugboat as it attempted to ferry ammo, personnel and a Torus (Tor) missile system to Snake Island, killing 70% of the boat's crew and damaging its cargo, according to Ukraine's media network Ukrinform.

Photo Insert: Despite having the Tor surface-to-air missile system on board, the tugboat was turned into a floating bonfire.

“In the Black Sea, as a result of the accurate work of different defense units in southern Ukraine, the enemy fleet has lost its tugboat Vasiliy Bekh, which delivered ammunition, weapons and personnel to Snake Island.

Despite having the Tor surface-to-air missile system on board, the tugboat was turned into a floating bonfire. According to the preliminary data, 70% of crew members were hit. The fate of the rest is unknown. Enemy vessels are attempting to conduct a rescue operation,” the report stated.

In engagements in southern Ukraine, other Ukrainian rocket and artillery forces killed 36 Russian troops and destroyed eight enemy armored and motor vehicles.

Meanwhile, Russian missiles continue to be fired at Mykolaiv, with two cruise missiles striking two sectors of the city. Apartment blocks, private cars, industrial and production facilities were damaged. According to reports, one person was killed and six others were injured, including a child. Rescue efforts are now ongoing.

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