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Ships entering Russian ports were mined by divers
Divers using underwater vehicles have been laying mines on ships entering Russian ports, experts say.
Iran, Russia and China to hold joint naval exercises
The navies of Iran, Russia and China will hold military exercises off the coast of Iran this week in a bid to strengthen cooperation.
Russia completes dismantling of tanker that sank in Kerch Strait
The Russian authorities announced the completion of the dismantling of the stern of the tanker Volgoneft-239, which sank in the Kerch Strait.
“Sovcomflot” revenue decreased by 19% in 2024
Revenue of “Sovcomflot”, the largest shipping company and oil carrier in Russia, decreased by 19% for the year.
Sanctioned tanker delivers diesel fuel from Russia to Syria
The tanker loaded diesel at a major Russian port and headed for Syria, a sign of Moscow’s ability to maintain influence in the country.
Trump may impose sanctions against Russia if Putin refuses to negotiate, says Lindsey Graham
US President Donald Trump may impose sanctions on Russia if its President Vladimir Putin refuses to negotiate.
Chinese tanker detained in Russian port
The Chinese tanker Sagar Violet, which regularly transports Russian oil, was detained in the port of Nakhodka.
Russia and China threaten free shipping around the world, expert says
The aggressive policies of the Russian Federation and the People’s Republic of China, as well as the inaction of the United States, can lead to serious challenges for international maritime traffic.
GPS disruptions in the Baltic Sea may be influenced by Russian ships
Polish researchers have found a link between Russian ships and GPS jamming in the Baltic Sea.
Russian sanctioned ship transported weapons from Syria across the English Channel
This week, the sanctioned vessel Baltic Leader transported military equipment from Syria across the English Channel, accompanied by a Russian warship.
