During the night of May 15-16, in the temporarily occupied Sevastopol, there were further explosions that sparked significant interest and concern among local residents and military experts
According to official statements from the occupation authorities, which are under Russian control, the incident is linked to the destruction of six unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that allegedly attempted to penetrate into the Black Sea. Reports circulated beforehand indicated that on social media, updates appeared from the local group "Crimean Wind," which actively covers the situation in the region. They reported that at least two loud explosions occurred in Sevastopol overnight from May 15 to 16. Additionally, in the morning, official channels published statements from the so-called governor of the city, Mikhail Razvozhayev, claiming that the forces HAD successfully shot down an unspecified number of drones. It is noteworthy that the Telegram channel "Crimean Wind" provided detailed information about the incident: it was reported that two powerful explosions occurred during the night, and their source was unknown drones attempting to strike the maritime area. According to Razvozhayev, six UAVs were initially destroyed while penetrating over the sea, significantly beyond the shoreline. A military official stated that the neutralized drones were at a considerable distance from the coast, which, according to him, is why the attack was "successfully repelled" by the Russian occupation forces. However, unlike the official statements, many experts and military analysts in Ukraine point out that such reports are part of an information campaign aimed at creating an illusion of control and success in drone destruction, while the accuracy of the details remains questionable. The circumstances of this event are still being clarified, as any information about drone destruction or enemy attacks during the war in Ukraine is subjected to close scrutiny and analysis. Military experts note that drone operations by Ukraine and its allies are increasing, which makes reports of successful medium-scale drone destruction particularly noteworthy. Meanwhile, the situation in the region remains tense. Local residents living in Sevastopol and nearby areas are increasingly anxious about the possibility of new waves of attacks or provocations by Ukrainian forces. At the same time, Russian occupiers continue to claim "successful repulsion of threats" and assure that their defense is functioning steadily. According to analysts, the so-called "destruction" of UAVs is an integral part of the information warfare surrounding the situation in occupied Crimea and the Black Sea region. The Russian side’s official version is often criticized and viewed with skepticism, while Ukrainian forces, with each new attack, demonstrate their capability to target areas previously considered inaccessible or fortified. The further situation remains under close observation by both local residents and the international community. Military events in this region are of strategic importance, and any success by either side in combating drones could significantly influence the balance of power in the Black Sea region. However, as all information remains incomplete and often ambiguous, various theories and assessments will continue to be subjects of discussion and the ongoing battle for truth in the context of hybrid warfare.