Ukraine Makes History with First Successful Underwater Drone Strike on Russian Submarine

Dec 16, 2025 09:34 am CST

Ukrainian forces have achieved a historic milestone in naval warfare by successfully using underwater drones to strike and disable a Russian Kilo-class submarine in Novorossiysk port. This unprecedented operation by Ukraine's Security Service demonstrates the country's growing technological capabilities against Russia's Black Sea Fleet, representing a significant tactical evolution in modern naval combat during the ongoing conflict.