The Turkish-owned, Panamanian-flagged bulk carrier Victress was the worst hit, with Russian drones sparking a large fire on the bridge and killing a 58-year-old Egyptian cook on board.

Two foreign-flagged civilian vessels came under attack in the Black Sea, leaving one sailor dead and five others injured, including one crew member in serious condition.

A Russian drone hit the Panama-flagged cargo vessel VICTRESS, causing a fire and casualties among the crew, while Ukrainian naval forces evacuated survivors.