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Ukraine's MFA on Arbitral Tribunal award: Russia to face legal scrutiny for Kerch Bridge construction
The award will be publicly available no later than 21 days after the decision.
22:55, 21 February 2020
Russia's FSB coast guard ship spotted near Ukrainian coast in Azov Sea (Photo)
Naval aviators forced the crew of the Russian ship to move away from the Ukrainian coast to the required distance.
14:00, 09 January 2020
Fourteen Ukraine sailors rescued from disabled freighter in Aegean Sea – media
The ship was caught in rough seas and developed a heavy list.
12:24, 05 December 2019
Ukraine, Sweden, Lithuania, Estonia call on Russia to ensure access to Sea of Azov
The countries' ministers pledge to "remain committed to implement the non-recognition policy, including through restrictive measures."
19:40, 26 November 2019
Ukraine's MFA in contact with shipowner over sailor's death in Celtic Sea
The Ukrainian sailor reportedly died from an injury amid a storm in the Celtic Sea.
18:30, 24 November 2019
Two Russian corvettes enter Sea of Azov through Kerch Strait
The vessels are now returning to their permanent naval base in the Caspian Sea.
12:58, 22 October 2019
Black Sea twice as polluted by marine litter as Mediterranean Sea – EU project's survey
The surveys were held in 2017 – 2019 in the coastal waters of Georgia, Ukraine and Russia and in the open sea.
12:20, 31 July 2019
Ukraine, Russia agree via diplomatic channels on fishing rules in Azov Sea
The protocol stipulates the transfer of detained fishermen to the side whose citizenship they have.
10:42, 28 February 2019
Ukraine boosts defensive capabilities at sea – Poltorak
Poltorak said Ukraine was doing everything possible to ensure the safety of its seaports.
13:41, 28 January 2019
Russian warship en route to Azov Sea from Crimea: Reuters witness
A helicopter was visible onboard, the witness said.
13:42, 21 December 2018
Ukraine updates Maritime Doctrine to strengthen positions in Azov, Black seas
The move is made in the wake of Russia's latest aggressive actions.
22:30, 18 December 2018
Ukraine coast guards allowed to open aimed fire without warning when repelling attack
The law also establishes the status and determines the legal regime of the adjacent zone of Ukraine.
14:20, 06 December 2018
As tensions rise around Azov Sea, Ukraine successfully tests Neptune anti-ship cruise missile
All components for the new weapon are Ukraine-made, the designers proudly announce.
21:20, 05 December 2018
Russia neglects immunity of Ukrainian navy vessels on high seas (Map)
According to Art. 95 of the Convention on the Law of the Sea, warships on the high seas have complete immunity from the jurisdiction of any State other than the flag State, the infrastructure ministry recalls.
14:00, 28 November 2018
Ukraine may start economic blockade of Crimea in response to Russia's threats in Sea of Azov – expert
Zhdanov agrees that Russia is able to close the Kerch Strait.
15:18, 20 November 2018
Russia redirects part of naval forces near Crimea to new bridgehead – border guards
The State Border Guard Service does not remain idle, keeping up its work to strengthen own presence in the Sea of Azov.
15:00, 16 November 2018
Ukraine to use in claims against Russia testimonies of ship captains about inspections in Sea of Azov
Such inspections by Russian coast guards are illegal, the deputy minister claims.
09:40, 01 November 2018
UN calls on parties to avoid any risk of escalation, provocation or miscalculation in Azov Sea
The United Nations continues to call upon the parties to ensure the full and immediate implementation of the ceasefire agreements and exercise utmost restraint in order to protect civilians.
15:10, 31 October 2018
Kremlin not willing to renegotiate with Ukraine deal on Sea of Azov
Press Secretary of the President of the Russian Federation Dmitry Peskov believes that there is no need to renew the agreement, taking into account the annexation of Crimea and the opening of the Kerch Straight bridge.
15:00, 30 October 2018
