Russia

50 million tons of coal stuck in Russian ports due to industry crisis
About 50 million tons of coal have accumulated in Russian ports, which is about a quarter of the total export volume for 2024. The reason is the crisis in the industry caused by the loss of the European sales market, the “Business Censor” reports. Representatives of stevedoring companies report that warehouses in the ports are…

Kremlin’s oil revenues fall to two-year low
Another drop in oil revenues is hitting Russia’s budget stability, which is already teetering on the brink due to the costs of the war in Ukraine.

Britain raises alarm over Russian submarine
The Royal Navy has raised the alarm to chase a Russian attack submarine.

Russia is increasing illegal fishing off Africa under the guise of scientific research
Under the guise of a scientific expedition, Russia is actually paving the way for large-scale commercial fishing in the waters of West Africa.

Russia is suing Syria over grain it stole from Ukraine — details of the grain lawsuit
Pallada’s lawsuit against Syrian state structures testifies to the large-scale dysfunction of Russia’s grain schemes.

Kremlin speeds up LNG delivery to China thanks to nuclear icebreaker
Russia has sent the gas tanker Georgiy Ushakov along the Northern Sea Route, likely to China.

Russian warship Sparta sets sail for Tartus again
The company’s sanctioned vessel was involved in transporting cargo for the Russian military contingent in Syria.

New EU sanctions package will include captains of Russia’s “shadow fleet” — Vlasyuk
For the first time, specific individuals who control vessels that help circumvent oil sanctions will be included in the list of restrictions.

Russians are actively preparing the Mariupol port for military cargo
In recent days, the Russian invaders have intensified work on preparing a new berth in the port of Mariupol.

Netherlands intercepts two Russian ships and a submarine ahead of NATO summit
On the eve of the NATO summit, the Netherlands intercepted three Russian warships, including one submarine.