Economy

The President stressed that Ukraine, based on the information, is preparing an appropriate sanctions package that will cover those who directly transport stolen grain.

A parking lot for freight vehicles is being built near the checkpoint on the M-15 Odesa-Reni state highway.

Freight rates have decreased against the backdrop of weak trade activity and increasing tonnage availability in the Black Sea-Mediterranean region.

Temporary restrictions will be in effect until April 30 and cover all cargo destined for the RISOIL terminal.

From April 16, 2026, Romania has changed the rules for passing through the Sulina Canal: from now on, all ships with cargo are required to submit a preliminary ENS declaration.

Alfa Group 77, which purchased the seized tanker from ARMA, was unable to sell the vessel for UAH 9 million.

Since the beginning of 2026 alone, 631 UAV attacks have been recorded on port facilities — ten times more than during the same period last year.

Ukrzaliznytsia emphasized that because of this, the issue of increasing freight transportation tariffs remains relevant.

Ukraine will insist that the 21st EU sanctions package against Russia include a complete ban on sea exports of Russian oil.

The occupation administration is negotiating with North Korea on the export of oil and flour, which indicates the expansion of sales schemes for products from the temporarily occupied territories.