Afghanistan, Oct. 29 -- Russia's Defence Ministry said its forces struck a cargo ship near Ukraine's Black Sea port of Odesa in a drone attack, alleging the vessel was carrying supplies for the Ukrainian military.

Sputnik reported on Thursday, that Russia said its drones had struck two cargo vessels linked to Ukrainian ports: one bound for Chornomorsk in an overnight attack and another heading to Odesa during the day. Moscow said the ships were being used to supply the Ukrainian army.

Russia has reported similar attacks on vessels it alleges were transporting military or dual-use goods to Ukraine. In September, the ministry said Russian forces had struck cargo ships and logistics facilities in the Odesa region, as well as other locations ...