Russian forces announced they struck two Ukrainian cargo vessels in the Black Sea, killing a Syrian crew member. This attack marks a new escalation in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, particularly in the maritime domain. The Russian Defence Ministry stated that the strikes were aimed at disrupting Ukrainian maritime supply lines, affecting both commercial and military logistics. Prediction markets estimated only a 5.5% probability of Ukraine recapturing Crimea by the end of 2026.
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