Stories from Novorossiysk · Russia

More than a thousand servicemen marched in a parade through the center of Novorossiysk.

Russian oil industry activity is reportedly returning to levels seen before recent strikes. Tanker loading at ports in Novorossiysk and Primorsk is increasing, according to the source. This recovery follows a period of disruption to Russian energy infrastructure.

Ukrainian intelligence reports that 20 oil reservoirs were hit during recent strikes. The damage occurred at oil refineries and complexes as part of methodical operations by the Ukrainian General Staff. The report follows recent strikes on energy infrastructure.

Ukrainian drone strikes caused a large fire at a Russian oil refinery located in the Black Sea region. Ukrainian drone commander Robert Madyar stated that Ukrainian drones are flying deep into Russian territory on a regular basis. Madyar questioned whether the frequency and range of these drone flights are forcing Russians to draw specific conclusions. The source noted that these strikes are reaching deep into Russian territory, including areas historically associated with the Tsarist and Soviet eras. There is an increasing divide among legionary pilots regarding the necessity of direct strikes on such distant targets. The ability to strike these areas undermines Russian military strategy regarding the protection of assets from European and American long-range capabilities.

Russian Football Union (RFU) investigators uncovered a match-fixing scheme involving Chernomorets players. Reports indicate defenders were paid 2 million rubles to influence game outcomes. Additional players allegedly received 500,000 rubles to facilitate the scheme. A criminal case has been opened regarding the unlawful influence on sports competition results.