#Black Sea

Second Day of Talks in Abu Dhabi: Ukraine, US, and Russia Discuss Ceasefire and Black Sea Security

Politics 11/11/2026, 11:04

On November 11, the second day of trilateral negotiations between Ukraine, the US, and Russia began in Abu Dhabi. The parties are discussing a ceasefire, Black Sea security, and army funding, after which the Ukrainian delegation will meet with European partners.

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Night Attack on Ukraine: 163 Drones and Kh-59/69 Missile from the Black Sea — How Air Defense Repelled the Strike

Politics 11/11/2026, 08:36

On the night of November 11, Russia attacked Ukraine with 163 drones and a Kh-59/69 missile from the Black Sea. Air defense destroyed some targets, impacts were recorded at 17 locations, and debris at seven.

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Sybiha After G7 Meeting Calls for Strengthening Ukraine's Air Defense, Sanctions Against Russia, and Maintaining Sports Restrictions

Politics 11/11/2026, 05:48

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, following the G7 foreign ministers' meeting, called for strengthening air defense, energy assistance, and sanctions against Russia, and urged barring Russian and Belarusian athletes from tournaments.

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Sybiha: Ukraine has handed truce proposals to partners and is awaiting Russia's response

Politics 11/10/2026, 22:10

Ukraine has handed truce proposals to partners, including de-escalation in the Black Sea and energy sectors. Trilateral talks involving the US have resumed in Abu Dhabi.

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Erdogan and Trump Discuss End to Ukraine War and Iran-US Standoff in Phone Call

Politics 11/08/2026, 05:04

The presidents of Turkey and the US discussed the end of the war in Ukraine, the Iran-US standoff, and bilateral cooperation in a phone call. Ankara promised to continue supporting peace efforts.

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First time in 30 years: Russia to ship 65,000 tons of metal via Murmansk to bypass Black Sea strikes

Economy 11/07/2026, 14:30

For the first time since 1996, Russia will direct over 65,000 tons of metal through the Arctic port of Murmansk to bypass Ukrainian strikes on vessels in the Black Sea. The new route is twice as expensive and takes 10 days longer than usual.

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India and Turkey Presented Black Sea Security Ideas to US — Rubio

Politics 11/06/2026, 12:28

At the G20 Foreign Ministers meeting in Atlanta, Rubio reported that Turkey and India presented ideas to the US regarding grain movement in the Black Sea. Zelenskyy announced preparations for a trilateral format with the US and Russia in the first half of November.

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The Black Sea is the Most Dangerous Route in the World: Container Ship Sunk, Dozens of Vessels Attacked in a Month

Politics 11/04/2026, 01:57

The Black Sea has become the most dangerous shipping route: since early 2026, over 570 vessels have been attacked and 40 sailors killed. Russia is targeting trade associated with Ukraine while insurance premiums rise.

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Lavrov Rejects Ukrainian Calls for Truce: “None of This Is for Peace”

Politics 11/03/2026, 14:20

Sergey Lavrov stated that Ukrainian calls for a multi-level truce are aimed at restoring combat capacity rather than achieving peace. Moscow insists on eliminating the “root causes of the crisis,” while Kyiv counts on international pressure.

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German Foreign Minister expects agreement on Black Sea grain exports in the coming weeks

Politics 11/01/2026, 08:06

German Foreign Minister Wadephul expressed hope for an agreement on Black Sea grain exports from Ukraine and Russia in the coming weeks, calling the topic central at the G20 summit in Atlanta.

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Zelenskyy and Erdogan Agree to Prepare Trilateral Negotiations in November and Discuss Expansion of Diplomatic Platform

Politics 10/31/2026, 20:17

Following talks in Turkey, Zelenskyy and Erdogan confirmed preparations for trilateral contacts Ukraine—USA—Russia for the first half of November and discussed involving Ankara and Europe in negotiations, as well as the continuation of the grain corridor.

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Zelenskyy Arrives in Istanbul: Talks with Erdogan on the Black Sea and Diplomacy

Politics 10/31/2026, 15:12

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Istanbul for talks with Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Key topics include Black Sea navigation security, partnership, and diplomatic prospects.

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Ukrainian MFA: Countries Dependent on Black Sea Supplies Must Push Russia for a Maritime Ceasefire

Politics 10/30/2026, 17:57

Ukrainian MFA Spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi stated that countries dependent on Black Sea supplies must actively push Russia toward a 'food truce'. Meanwhile, NATO is strengthening its presence in the region, and Turkey is preparing legal measures to protect its vessels.

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Zelenskyy to Visit Turkey on October 31: War and Black Sea Situation to Be Discussed in Istanbul

Politics 10/30/2026, 17:51

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Turkey on October 31, 2026, at the invitation of Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Bilateral cooperation, the war, and the situation in the Black Sea will be discussed in Istanbul.

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Russia Opens Azov Ports to Grain Vessels for the First Time Since July: Chicago Wheat Futures Drop 2.8%

Economy 10/28/2026, 23:47

Russia has allowed grain vessels to leave the Azov ports of Temryuk and Kavkaz for the first time since July. Chicago wheat futures fell 2.8%, though experts doubt a lasting effect due to risks in the Black Sea.

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Turkey First Threatens 'Legal Measures' Against Ukraine and Russia for Black Sea Vessel Attacks

Politics 10/28/2026, 23:25

Turkish Defense Minister Yaşar Güler has threatened legal measures for the first time against attacks on vessels linked to Ankara, stating he awaits Moscow and Kyiv's response to a proposal to stop Black Sea escalation.

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Drones attack container ship off the coast of Bulgaria: entire crew rescued

Incidents 10/28/2026, 22:59

On October 28, three drones attacked the Liberian-flagged container ship CONTSHIP JET in the Black Sea off the coast of Bulgaria. All 18 crew members were rescued with no casualties reported. The incident is part of an ongoing series of attacks on shipping in the region.

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Romanian Intelligence Claims Exposure of Sabotage Network Coordinated by Russia

Politics 10/27/2026, 04:49

Romanian intelligence announced the exposure of a sabotage network coordinated by Russia, which it says was linked to the Brașov fire near the Romarm plant and the preparation of attacks on military targets in the region.

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