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Almost 200 ships of the Russian “shadow fleet” passed through British waters unhindered despite Starmer’s statements
At least 184 sanctioned vessels passed through the country’s waters, despite Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s statements about their potential interception.
Russian vessel that sank off Spain could have been transporting nuclear reactors to North Korea
The Ursa Major cargo ship could be carrying components for nuclear submarine reactors, likely destined for North Korea.
India refused to buy Russian LNG despite shortage amid crisis in the Strait of Hormuz
New Delhi has rejected Moscow’s offer to purchase liquefied natural gas from the sanctioned Russian Portovaya project.
EU prepares new sanctions against Russia’s shadow fleet, — Politico
The European Union, within the framework of the 21st package of sanctions, may tighten restrictions against the Russian shadow fleet and companies involved in the sale of stolen Ukrainian grain.
Russia says Israel ‘came under pressure’ from Ukraine over stolen grain ship
Russia has accused the Israeli authorities of “causing pressure” from Ukraine in a dispute over a grain shipment that was not allowed to be delivered to the port of Haifa.
Greece investigates Ukrainian Magura naval drone found near Lefkada
Greek authorities have stepped up their investigation after a sea drone with explosives was discovered near the island of Lefkada.
One Ukrainian evacuated from “MV Hondius” liner after hantavirus outbreak — MFA
Four Ukrainians from the “MV Hondius” crew will take the ship to the Netherlands. One Ukrainian will be evacuated there on a special flight.
Ukrainian Magura V5 sea drone found near Greek islands
An unmanned maritime drone was found near the island of Lefkada in the Ionian Sea. Previously, it did not have explosives, but there were detonators on board.
Anti-drone system implemented in the port of Constanta
The Port of Constanta has strengthened the protection of critical infrastructure with a new anti-drone system after a drone was spotted near the passenger terminal.
Russians have been unable to save the tugboat “Captain Ushakov” that sank in St. Petersburg for almost a year
Analysts attribute the inability to repair the ship to structural problems and the degradation of Russian shipbuilding.