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EU postpones implementation of sanctions against Russian LNG imports
European officials have abandoned the idea of pushing for a ban on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports.

Captain of foreign vessel suspected of illegal grain export through Crimea
The captain of the San Cosmas vessel was informed of suspicion of illegal export of Ukrainian agricultural products through the ports of the occupied Crimea.

Russian ships will not be able to enter American ports for another year
On Thursday, April 17, US President Donald Trump’s executive order extending sanctions against Russia took effect.

Andryuschenko denied Russian statements about expanding the port of Mariupol
Despite the statements, as well as the regular theft of Ukrainian grain and coal through the Mariupol port, the occupiers do not plan to expand it.

Security guarantees in the Black Sea: Zelenskyy revealed details of the meeting in Turkey
The President of Ukraine said that Turkey could take a serious place in future guarantees for the security of the Black Sea.

Russia’s oil and gas exports have collapsed to their lowest since July 2023
Russia’s crude oil exports and related revenues have fallen sharply, reaching their lowest level since mid-July last year.

Russians want to build a yacht club in occupied Berdyansk
The invaders want to build a marina in temporarily occupied Berdyansk, Zaporizhia region.

The number of “protective” barges in front of the Crimean Bridge has decreased
The number of barges near the northern part of the Kerch Bridge has decreased, probably due to strong storms.

Border guards dismantled two sea mines in the Odesa region (video)
Thanks to timely detection, the explosives were destroyed in a controlled manner before they harmed civilians.

Ukraine presents the Alligator-9 naval drone with laser weapons (video)
The new drone can attack ships, disable air defenses and shoot down missiles – all using a modular weapons system.