Discover the Ant: Ratings & Maritime News

In a shocking incident on May 29, 2026, the commercial vessel 'Ant' fell victim to a Russian drone assault while navigating toward Turkish waters in a loaded condition off the coast of Odesa. The attack ignited a fire within the ship's accommodation block, resulting in injuries to two crew members. Fortunately, the Ukrainian Navy promptly intervened, conducting an evacuation and transporting the injured personnel to a nearby hospital for critical medical care. Firefighting efforts were swiftly executed by the Ukrainian Navy in collaboration with the Maritime Search and Rescue Service, managing to control the blaze; however, significant damage was inflicted on the vessel’s superstructure and wheelhouse. This incident marks yet another episode in the ongoing series of Russian aggressions targeting civilian maritime operations and key port infrastructures in the Odesa region, a crucial hub for Ukrainian exports traversing the Black Sea. The alarming trend of Russian strikes on ports, terminals, and commercial vessels continues to raise concerns as civilian shipping routes remain perilous, subject to the ever-present threats of drone strikes, missile attacks, and long-range munitions. For further details, including photos, visit: https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2026/05/29/8036863/