# Russian forces hit vessel carrying cargo for Ukrainian army near Odesa, defense ministry says

https://mins.news/en/item/124455

- TASS, 2026-11-01 14:52 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/defense/2211547

> Russia’s Defense Ministry said Russian forces struck a dry cargo ship carrying goods for the Ukrainian army about 16 kilometers southeast of Odesa. The ministry also said Russian forces continued drone attacks on sea vessels used to transport military cargoes during the day.

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