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The Russian authorities announced the completion of the dismantling of the stern of the tanker Volgoneft-239, which sank in the Kerch Strait.

Revenue of “Sovcomflot”, the largest shipping company and oil carrier in Russia, decreased by 19% for the year.

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.

US President Donald Trump may impose sanctions on Russia if its President Vladimir Putin refuses to negotiate.

The Chinese tanker Sagar Violet, which regularly transports Russian oil, was detained in the port of Nakhodka.

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.

Polish researchers have found a link between Russian ships and GPS jamming in the Baltic Sea.

This week, the sanctioned vessel Baltic Leader transported military equipment from Syria across the English Channel, accompanied by a Russian warship.

The EU needs help in combating the environmental and security threats posed by old Russian oil tankers.

Egyptian flour mills choose Russian grain due to stable supplies, while Ukrainian wheat is losing its competitive position.