Discover the Leonid-Pestrikov: Ratings & Maritime News

In a notable escalation of hostilities, the cargo ship 'Leonid Pestrikov' was damaged overnight on May 30, 2026, during a Ukrainian drone attack at Berth No. 3 in the temporarily occupied port of Berdyansk, located over 70 kilometers from the active front line. The initial assault was executed using a Frontstrike-class drone, which marked the beginning of the operation. Following this, the elite 422nd Separate Unmanned Systems Regiment 'LUFTWAFFE' joined the fray, deploying a 'Zozulya' Middle Strike drone equipped with a 50-kilogram high-explosive anti-tank warhead. As a result of the strikes, significant damage occurred near the bridge section of the ship. Furthermore, reports indicated hits on Russian logistics, with destruction of vehicles including trucks, ammunition supplies, and fuel tankers. This attack follows a similar incident on May 14, where another cargo vessel carrying military supplies was targeted near Berths No. 3 and No. 4. The port of Berdyansk remains crucial to Russia's military logistics in occupied southern Ukraine, serving as a key entry point for military equipment, ammunition, fuel, and personnel dispatched via the Sea of Azov from Russian ports, including Novorossiysk. For a detailed report along with photos, visit: https://united24media.com/war-in-ukraine/russian-ammo-ship-struck-twice-by-ukrainian-drones-in-temporarily-occupied-berdyansk-19361.