Ukrainian Drone Attack on Novorossiysk Injures Five, Declares State of Emergency

A massive overnight Ukrainian drone attack on the southern Russian city of Novorossiysk injured five people and damaged approximately 20 buildings, local authorities reported on Monday, March 2, 2026. The attack prompted the declaration of a state of emergency in the city, which hosts a significant port and naval base.

Attack Details and Damage Assessment

According to Governor of Krasnodar Krai Veniamin Kondratyev, the attack was the “heaviest strike” on Novorossiysk to date Caliber.az. Mayor Andrei Kravchenko is providing operational updates on the situation. Preliminary reports indicate damage to eight apartment buildings, nine private houses and three kindergartens EnergyNews. Emergency services are actively searching for drone debris.

Casualties and Response

Five individuals sustained injuries of varying degrees of severity as a result of the drone attack. They are receiving necessary medical attention Reuters. Governor Kondratyev urged residents to remain calm and adhere to established security measures.

Previous Attacks on Novorossiysk

This is not the first time Novorossiysk has been targeted. In September 2025, Ukraine launched a major attack on the city, targeting the Black Sea Fleet with unmanned surface vessels (USVs) and drones KyivPost. That attack resulted in at least two deaths and three injuries, with damage reported to apartment buildings, a hotel, and the Caspian Pipeline Consortium’s local office.

Regional Context

The attack on Novorossiysk occurs amidst heightened geopolitical tensions, including ongoing conflict in the Middle East. China’s oil refiners are currently protected from disruptions related to conflicts in Iran and Russia due to substantial supplies of Iranian and Russian oil EnergyNews.