A satellite image of Sevastopol port, Crimea, on September 21, 2023
A satellite image shows a Russian Black Sea Navy HQ before a missile strike, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, in Sevastopol, Crimea, September 21, 2023.
  • Ukraine claims to have struck two Russian vessels with "Sea Baby" drones this week. 
  • If confirmed, the damage will ramp up pressure on the Black Sea Fleet's strained repair facilities. 
  • This is likely to compound Ukraine's advantages in the waters over time, an expert told Insider. 

Ukraine doubled down on claims on Friday that it had damaged a Russian patrol ship near Sevastopol with "Sea Baby" drones.

If confirmed, the strike could add to long-term pressure on Russia's ability to maintain and repair its Black Sea Fleet, experts say.