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Germany proposes to make the Black Sea truce a test of Russia’s “goodwill”
The German Foreign Ministry emphasizes that the disruption of grain transportation poses a particular threat to countries in the Global South.
Ukraine has changed the rules for certifying seafarers
Changes to the rules for certifying seafarers have come into force in Ukraine.
Russia attacked port infrastructure in Kiliya
On the night of September 27, Russian troops launched an air strike on the city of Kiliya in the Odesa region.
Bulgaria proposes turning the Black Sea into a “collective security” zone
Bulgaria seeks to reach an agreement on freedom of navigation together with the countries of the region and all interested parties.
Zelenskyy and Erdogan discussed security in the Black Sea and the work of the export corridor
There are various options on the table for restoring the maritime export corridor — all that is needed is Russia’s willingness to stop attacking infrastructure.
In the Odesa region, the Border Guard rescued sailors from a ship attacked by a Russian drone (video)
In the Odesa region, the Border Guard evacuated the crew of a civilian vessel after a Russian drone hit it.
EMSA develops uniform crew training standards for alternative fuel vessels
The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has conducted a specialized training course dedicated to the preparation of seafarers for the safe operation of ships using alternative fuels.
Kallas called on the international community to ensure free navigation in the Black Sea
About 90% of Ukrainian agricultural exports traditionally go through the Black Sea Corridor, but since August this route has been practically non-operational.
Ukrainian hackers gained access to secret navigation systems of the Russian fleet
The array contains documentation on nuclear submarines, frigates, corvettes and Arctic ships of the Russian Federation – in particular with the “top secret” stamp.
Scheduled maintenance work completed on the icebreaker “Noosfera” in Cape Town
The research vessel left the dry dock. The “Noosfera” was marked with marks of completed Antarctic seasons.
