In this Independent Sentinel article, M Dowling reports that Ukraine has intensified its campaign in the Sea of Azov, striking 76 vessels — mostly Russian shadow fleet oil tankers — over six days to disrupt logistics and isolate Crimea.
- From July 6 to 10, Ukraine hit 48 ships, followed by 28 more on Saturday using aerial drones, with attacks extending to the Black Sea area.
- The strikes shut down the Kerch Strait and Don-Azov Channel, halting navigation and affecting grain exports, with about 25% of Russia’s wheat passing through the Sea of Azov.
- Russia suspended new vessel transits and halted shipping, causing Euronext wheat futures to rise 4%.
- Incidents included hits on non-military vessels like a harmless tugboat, with little to no resistance reported from Russian naval or air forces.
- The campaign highlights Ukraine’s efforts to target Russia’s commercial fleet supporting its war effort amid ongoing conflict.
Read the full story:
https://www.independentsentinel.com/ukraine-struck-76-vessels-in-six-days-in-the-sea-of-azov/


