Control over Black Sea ports is no longer merely a matter of trade. For Moscow, it represents an attempt to reshape not only regional economic routes but also the military geography of Southern Europe and Eurasia. In late 2025, Vladimir Putin openly warned that Russia could seek to “cut Ukraine off from the sea,” framing such a move as a potential response to Ukrainian strikes and Western support for Kyiv.
13 Feb 2026-09:52
13 Feb 2026-09:52
