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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia strikes Ukrainian cargo ship and tanker in Black Sea
Russian forces struck a Ukrainian cargo ship and a tanker in the Black Sea and in one of Ukraine's ports, according to the Russian Ministry of Defence. Poland initiated and then ended preventive military air operations.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaPutin says Ukraine's 40-day offensive cost Russia 1% of GDP
Vladimir Putin stated that Ukraine's 40-day offensive caused economic losses of about 1% of Russia's GDP, with disruptions to maritime and industrial infrastructure. Reports vary on the extent of damage to Russian ships and refineries.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineTurkey Summons Ukraine Ambassador After Black Sea Ship Attacks
Turkey summoned Ukraine's Ambassador Nariman Dzhelialov after two Turkish-operated commercial vessels were attacked in the Black Sea. The first vessel was targeted on August 26, and a second ship sent to tow it was attacked the following day.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia strikes Ukrainian port vessels and military sites in Odesa and Mykolaiv
Russia’s Defence Ministry reported continued strikes on Ukrainian port infrastructure and vessels in Odesa and Mykolaiv on 8 August 2026. The attacks targeted military tanks storing communication equipment and ships linked to Ukraine’s armed forces, according to the ministry and corroborated by multiple outlets.
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