Russia may continue to attack civilian shipping in the Black Sea, including laying sea mines on the approaches to Ukrainian ports.
This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Great Britain. It explained that it released the information to prevent attacks on civilian vessels.
According to Britainʼs estimates, Russia seeks to attack civilian vessels passing through the Ukrainian "humanitarian corridor" in order to curb the export of Ukrainian grain. London stated it was working with Ukraine and other partners to improve shipping security. Russia seeks to avoid direct attacks in order to blame Ukraine for everything.
Britain emphasizes that it has created intelligence and surveillance capabilities to monitor Russiaʼs activity in the Black Sea. These capabilities will help identify and detect any further Russian attacks on civilian shipping or infrastructure.
- On September 11, Britain reported that Russia tried to attack a civilian cargo ship in a Black Sea port on August 24. Two Kalibr missiles, which Russia launched from the Black Sea, aimed at a cargo ship standing in the port under the Liberian flag, but they were successfully shot down by air defense.
- On August 10, Ukraine informed about temporary sea corridors for merchant vessels. There is a military threat and mine danger on all routes. If the owner or captain of the ship officially confirms readiness to leave, the ship will be allowed to the route.