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Ukraine reports strike on Russian missile carrier as Russia expands drone threat

Ukraine says it hit the Russian missile carrier Admiral Essen in Novorossiysk, while Russian drone activity prompted flight suspensions far from Ukraine. Kyiv also warns of a possible new long-range missile test.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Sep 9, 2026, 12:57 PM UTC.

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The reported strike and wider drone disruption indicate intensifying long-range attacks and pressure on military and civilian operations.

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Ukraine, Russia trade drone strikes, killing 6 ↗dw.com · Article published: Sep 9, 2026, 8:14 AM UTC
Ukraine Says It Hit Russian Missile Carrier Admiral Essen in Novorossiysk Strike ↗kyivpost.com · Article published: Sep 9, 2026, 10:45 AM UTC

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