Ukraine's military said it had successfully struck the Russian naval base at Kronstadt in the Leningrad region, describing it as one of the main bases of Russia's Baltic Fleet.
In a statement, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said the attack was carried out alongside a separate strike on an oil terminal at the Port of St. Petersburg during overnight operations, Caliber.Az reports.
According to the Ukrainian military, the strike on Kronstadt resulted in a direct hit on the facility, followed by a fire within the port area.
"A strike was also carried out on the Kronstadt base in the Leningrad Region of the Russian Federation. A direct hit on the facility was recorded, followed by a fire within the port area. The extent of the damage is being assessed," the General Staff said.
By Sabina Mammadli
