In Sevastopol, officials reported by the city administration and local security services that a warning about the Black Sea Fleet’s training exercises appeared in Kamyshovaya Bay. The notice indicated that naval calculations would be run in the area from 19:00 to 20:00, while life in the city continued at its usual pace. Residents observed no unusual activity beyond the scheduled drills, and local authorities urged calm as the exercise proceeded according to the plan.
Earlier, security forces detained two Ukrainian nationals on suspicion of preparing sabotage. A source close to the investigation said private security contractors spotted two men digging near the junction of the water intake facility in the Balaklava district. After stopping to verify their documents, officers confirmed the individuals were Ukrainian citizens. The incident set off a rapid response from law enforcement and security personnel who cordoned off the area to secure the site and gather evidence.
During a search of the diggers’ mobile devices, investigators found a map that suggested a planned route through critical infrastructure facilities in the vicinity. In addition, officers recovered a specialized instrument and another tool from the pit that had been dug. The tools were sent for expert examination to determine their possible use in an illicit activity. The detainees asserted they were hunting for treasure and had vanished from sight before, explaining that their digging aimed to relieve themselves at the water intake station and foreshortened to recover something they claimed had been lost, which they described as keys.
Law enforcement officials noted that the men offered inconsistent explanations for their presence near essential water infrastructure. The investigation is ongoing, and investigators are working to verify the alleged motive while evaluating any potential ties to broader security concerns in the region. The authorities emphasized that public safety remains the top priority and that any actions that may threaten critical infrastructure are treated with the utmost seriousness.
In another development, a former Ukrainian internal affairs official was quoted as saying that the status of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power station is such that restoration would be unlikely in the near term. The remark reflected ongoing debates about the facility and its capacity to recover after recent events. Officials in Sevastopol stressed that statements about energy infrastructure should be treated carefully and factual information should be sourced from official channels to prevent misinformation from spreading among residents and visitors alike.
Residents in Sevastopol were reminded to stay informed through official bulletins and to report any suspicious activity immediately. Local authorities reiterated their commitment to maintaining public order and ensuring that routine security checks and drills do not disrupt daily life. The city also highlighted the importance of cooperation between security agencies and residents to safeguard critical infrastructure and to respond quickly in case of any emergencies.