Russian forces reportedly targeted two dry cargo ships docked in the port of Nikolaev, Ukraine, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. The ministry claims the vessels were unloading military cargo at the time of the strikes. This attack marks a continuation of Russian military operations in Ukraine, specifically targeting infrastructure potentially supporting Ukrainian military efforts. The incident occurred on Monday, with Russia alleging the ships were legitimate targets due to their cargo. Ukrainian officials have not yet commented on the alleged strikes or the nature of the cargo involved. The attack highlights the ongoing vulnerability of Ukrainian port infrastructure amidst the ongoing conflict. Further details and independent verification of the claims are pending.