Russia Blocks Ukraine’s Black Sea Lifeline | Europe News

Russia’s blockade of Ukraine’s Black Sea ports has ground to a halt — for the first time since the corridor opened last year, not a single ship entered Odesa region ports. Ukraine’s Foreign Minister labels it “economic and humanitarian terror,” warning of global food shortages and soaring prices, especially in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Major shipping firms like Maersk are pulling back due to escalating risks, even as Ukraine insists it’s still securing the route. Experts note this isn’t just sporadic attacks — it’s a strategic chokehold. Ukraine’s calling for a UN Security Council emergency session, stressing Russia’s assaults on civilian cargo ships aren’t retaliatory but part of a broader campaign to disrupt global supply chains. The Ukrainian Navy remains on high alert, determined to restore the vital maritime lifeline that’s already shipped billions in grain to the Global South — despite Russia’s repeated attempts to shut it down since 2022. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1b8f0e1c3ffa866a