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UAV Forces hit nine tankers of the Russian shadow fleet in the Sea of Azov overnight

Units of the Unmanned Systems Forces on the night of July 8 hit nine tankers of the Russian shadow fleet in the Sea of ​​Azov.

8.07.2026 – 10:12
Japan has banned the supply of aviation fuel to Russia via third countries and STS transshipments

The ban on the export of aviation fuel to Russia applies not only to direct deliveries, but also to shipments through third countries and ship-to-ship transshipment.

8.07.2026 – 10:00
The Ministry of Development will seek funding to restore private port infrastructure

Port businesses will be able to submit their projects to attract international funding to restore damaged infrastructure.

7.07.2026 – 17:56
Greek companies earned almost $4 billion from transporting Russian oil in three years

Greek shipping companies have earned almost $4 billion from transporting Russian oil since the start of the full-scale war in Ukraine.

7.07.2026 – 17:00
UDS announced 5 million euros in profits for January-May

The Ukrainian Danube Shipping Company reported a profit of 5 million euros in the first five months of 2026.

7.07.2026 – 16:23
Russian ship with looted grain heads to Turkey

The bulk carrier “Zaid” loaded with stolen grain in occupied Sevastopol.

7.07.2026 – 15:40
Over 60 dead cetaceans found on the coast of Odesa region

Within 40 days, 67 bodies of dead cetaceans were found in the Odesa region, which died due to the actions of the Russian Federation.

7.07.2026 – 14:20
Old tankers, warships and how the shadow fleet threatens the Baltic. Interview with Greenpeace Ukraine Director Natalia Gozak

In early July, Greenpeace activists went to the Baltic Sea to document the “Kira K” tanker of the so-called “shadow fleet,” which is under sanctions. Soon, a Russian warship accompanying the tanker approached the activists and began to warn Greenpeace.

The campaign was attended by Natalia Gozak, the director of Greenpeace Ukraine, who documented the entire incident involving the Russian warship. USM spoke with the activist about what the “Kira K” incident shows, why the ship’s appearance near the tanker is an important signal for the countries of the Baltic region, and what environmental risks such shipments pose.

7.07.2026 – 14:00
UAV Forces hit eight tankers of the Russian shadow fleet in one night

On the night of July 7, pilots of the Kairos unit of the 414th separate brigade “Birds of Madyar” hit eight tankers of the Russian shadow fleet that were transporting fuel.

7.07.2026 – 11:50
Russian oil prices fall to pre-war levels in Middle East

In the first days of July, the average price of Urals in Russia’s western ports was $41.66 per barrel — significantly below the budgeted $59.

7.07.2026 – 11:29
The Russian bulk carrier Panormitis was never able to unload the stolen Ukrainian grain at any port

The thief vessel returned to the port of Kavkaz after unsuccessful attempts to sell grain to Israel and Turkey.

7.07.2026 – 10:51
In 2026, Russia attacked merchant vessel more than 70 times, — Kuleba

Ukraine has called on the International Maritime Organization to strengthen counteraction to Russian attacks on civilian shipping and the activities of the Russian shadow fleet.

7.07.2026 – 09:40
Ukraine has increased rail grain exports across the western border

In June, the volume of grain cargo transfer by rail increased on the borders with Poland, Hungary and Slovakia.

6.07.2026 – 17:31
Grain exports fell to 41.1 million tons

Despite the drop in physical volume from 46.7 to 41.1 million tons, in monetary terms, exports, including processed products, have hardly changed.

6.07.2026 – 16:44
Almost 50% of agricultural companies may lose the status of critical enterprises

The number of agricultural companies that have the status of critical enterprises may decrease by 44% due to the latest innovations.

6.07.2026 – 16:05
The Ukrainian Navy will create a new brigade of mine countermeasure ships

A new mine countermeasures ship brigade will be formed within the Ukrainian Navy (NAVS).

6.07.2026 – 15:21
Ukrainian drones attacked two shadow fleet tankers in the Sea of Azov

The forces of unmanned systems have worked out 47 legitimate military targets in the enemy’s rear and in the enemy’s operational depth.

6.07.2026 – 14:05
Black Sea freight is becoming more stratified: “handy sizes” are growing, rates on “coasters” are being held back by free tonnage

Handysize rates rise as supramax segment strengthens, while costers remain flat due to excess spare tonnage.

6.07.2026 – 13:54