Russia Proposes Arming Grain Ships in Azov Sea With Machine Guns

Russian officials are proposing arming grain ships with machine guns and mobile missile launchers, as the world’s top wheat exporter tries to counter Ukrainian drone attacks.

By Pyotr Kozlov

Why raising Russian oil imports is India’s obvious choice as the conflict spreads to the Red Sea — but comes with risks

By Sukalp Sharma

Tankers divert to Egypt as Houthi threat upends Red Sea trade

The Saudi export hub became crucial after the Iran war started, allowing the kingdom to bypass the Strait of Hormuz.

Air fares up by August as fuel surcharge soars

Air fares may see a significant jump by the first half of August, as airlines have been allowed to collect higher charges to cover the rise in jet fuel prices.

By Richmond Mercurio

Environmental monitoring intensifies off coast of Odesa region following possible fuel leak into sea after sinking of Golden Leo

Environmental monitoring has been stepped up along the Black Sea coast following the sinking of the dry cargo ship Golden Leo, which was struck by a Russian attack on July 19 as it was leaving a port in the Odesa region.