Ukrainian Drone Strike on Russia's Ust-Luga Port Sparks Fire Visible from Estonia

ua.korrespondent.net (Ukrainian) —

A Ukrainian drone attack on Russia's Ust-Luga port caused a massive fire visible from Estonia, marking a major strike on the Baltic's largest Russian port. The blaze was confirmed by NASA satellite data. The attack occurred overnight on November 11, with Russia claiming to have intercepted 627 drones across 21 regions. The Leningrad governor confirmed the strike, reporting three injured workers and 150 drones downed over the region. Ust-Luga handles about 20% of Russia's seaborne oil exports, making it a key energy gateway. The fire affected port facilities, a timber terminal, and reportedly tankers, with Russia also losing three helicopters during the response.


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