Ukraine War Turns Black Sea Into World’s Deadliest Shipping Lane – WSJ
Maritime security firm Ambrey recorded more than 300 attacks in the Black Sea this year as Russia and Ukraine traded strikes on ships and ports.
The Black Sea has become the world's deadliest shipping lane this year, with attacks killing over 30 seafarers, according to The Wall Street Journal. Maritime security firm Ambrey recorded more than 300 attacks in the Black Sea, while nearly 20 seafarers remain missing, the WSJ reported, citing various sources. The International Maritime Organization recorded around 130 attacks in other regions, resulting in 25 deaths.
Ukrainian drones have targeted Russian ships, ports, and terminals, while Russian strikes have kept merchant ships away from Odesa. Drone attacks near Romania and Bulgaria have raised concerns about the war's potential to spread into NATO member states. Eight merchant ships were hit by drones in October, with two more in Bulgarian waters and another in the Ukrainian port of Izmail.
Nearly half of the attacks resulted in casualties. The number of ships entering the Black Sea dropped significantly in October, with most vessels staying close to shore. This situation poses unprecedented challenges, with Russia's Prosecutor General designating The Moscow Times as an undesirable organization, threatening the safety of its journalists.
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