Which Ukrainian unit claimed responsibility for the Caspian Sea strike?

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No Ukrainian Unit Explicitly Claimed Responsibility for the Caspian Sea Strike

Ukraine’s intelligence services reported that drone attacks were carried out against cargo vessels involved in transporting military cargo between Iran and Russia in the Caspian Sea. However, the provided information does not specify which particular Ukrainian unit officially claimed responsibility for the strike on the Iranian merchant vessel that resulted in casualties.
Iranian Merchant Vessel Attacked in Caspian Sea

Iran accused Ukraine of attacking one of its merchant vessels in the Caspian Sea on July 25, an incident that resulted in the death of one sailor and injuries to another. Iran's foreign ministry stated that the attack caused the ship to explode and warned that the incident would not be left unanswered.
Ukrainian President Mentioned Long-Range Strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Kyiv had conducted long-range strikes in the Caspian Sea targeting vessels involved in transporting military cargo with Iranian connections. He also indicated that a warship was among the targets.
Intelligence Services Reported Drone Attacks

Ukraine’s intelligence services (SBU) issued a report on Telegram detailing drone attacks against "cargo vessels under international sanctions that were used to transport military cargo between Iran and Russia." This report aligns with the timeline and general description of the incidents.
Diplomatic Protest Lodged by Iran

Following the incident, Iran's foreign ministry summoned the Ukrainian charge d’affaires in Tehran to formally protest the "hostile and criminal act." Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also communicated with the EU's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, calling for a firm response from the EU and the UN Security Council.

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