WorldAs pressure on Crimea heats up, Sea of Azov enters Ukraine’s crosshairs

Ukraine has opened a new front in the Sea of Azov as pressure on Crimea intensifies. The campaign is targeting Russian military and commercial shipping. Its stated aim is to isolate Crimea from maritime activity. Early shipping data indicates that the operation may already be disrupting traffic in the area.

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TThe Kyiv Independent★★★★☆2026-07-14 17:40Original