Black Sea

The Ukrainian Air Force reported a group of enemy drones flying from the Black Sea toward Odesa region. The head of Odesa RMA urged residents to take shelter.

An explosion occurred in the city of Odesa after the Ukrainian Air Force warned of a reconnaissance drone flying towards the city. Mayor Gennadiy Trukhanov confirmed the explosion and said that the city's defenders were working.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated data on the losses of the Russian army in Ukraine. Over the past day, the enemy lost 1,370 soldiers, 44 armored vehicles and 98 drones.

There is one Russian Kalibr cruise missile carrier ship in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 4 missiles. In the Mediterranean Sea, there is another ship with 16 Kalibrs.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated the data on the losses of the Russian army. Over the past day, about 1,250 soldiers, 5 tanks, 27 artillery systems and other equipment were destroyed. There is one Russian missile carrier in the Black Sea.

There is one Russian Kalibr cruise missile carrier ship in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 4 missiles. In the Mediterranean Sea, there is another ship with 16 Kalibrs.

There are two Russian Kalibr cruise missile carriers in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 8 missiles. There are no enemy ships in the Sea of Azov, and one in the Mediterranean with a volley of up to 16 missiles.

The Ukrainian Air Force repelled a massive attack by Russian drones at night, destroying 24 of the 32 “Shaheds” launched. The enemy also attacked with an Iskander-M ballistic missile and two X-22 cruise missiles.

On the night of September 26, the Ukrainian Defense Forces repelled a large-scale air attack. They shot down 66 of 78 Shahed attack UAVs and 4 of 6 enemy missiles, and lost 8 UAVs in the area.

The President of Ukraine held talks with Antonio Guterres on the implementation of the Formula for Peace and Freedom of Navigation in the Black Sea. This is important for the unimpeded export of Ukrainian agricultural products to global markets.

Romanian President Klaus Iohannis has declared his full support for Zelenskyy's Peace Formula. Romania will continue to provide multidimensional assistance to Ukraine and promote the export of Ukrainian grain.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga met with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. They discussed strategic partnership, expansion of consular presence and safety of navigation in the Black Sea.

As of September 25, there is one Russian ship in the Black Sea that is not a cruise missile carrier. There are no enemy ships in the Sea of Azov, and one Kalibr carrier in the Mediterranean.

The Presidents of Ukraine and Turkey met to discuss their strategic partnership. They focused on economic cooperation, the restoration of Ukraine, and the safety of navigation in the Black Sea.

One Russian submarine was spotted in the Black Sea, guarding a base in Novorossiysk. Enemy aircraft are active on the western coast of Crimea, searching for drones and conducting reconnaissance.

In the Black Sea, there is one enemy ship on combat duty that is not a Kalibr carrier. There are no enemy ships in the Sea of Azov, and one Kalibr cruise missile carrier in the Mediterranean.

At the G7+ meeting in New York, Andriy Sybiga called on allies to urgently strengthen Ukraine's energy system. He emphasized the need to protect, restore, and ensure the long-term sustainability of Ukraine's energy sector.

Andriy Sybiga met with Jassim Mohammed Al-Budaywi to develop cooperation with the Gulf states. They discussed the Formula for Peace, freedom of navigation in the Black Sea and global food security.

Hearings on Ukraine's lawsuit against Russia over violations of the law of the sea have begun in The Hague. Ukraine demands to restore its rights in the Black and Azov Seas and the Kerch Strait.

The arbitration hearing on the rights in the Black and Azov Seas, initiated by Ukraine against Russia, will start on September 23, 2024. The proceedings will take place at the Peace Palace in The Hague.

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated the data on the losses of the Russian army over the past day. 1330 soldiers, 16 tanks, 30 armored combat vehicles and other enemy equipment were destroyed.

In the Black Sea, there is one Russian ship on combat duty that is not a Kalibr carrier. In the Mediterranean, there is one ship with 16 Kalibr cruise missiles.

The Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague will begin hearings on the merits of Ukraine's claim against Russia for violation of the law of the sea.

Special Forces of the State Border Guard Service and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine are protecting civilian shipping in the Black Sea. They are preventing enemy aircraft and ships from approaching the Ukrainian coast, including Zmiinyi Island.

There is one Russian submarine in the Black Sea, which serves as a security base in Novorossiysk. According to the navy spokesperson, this allows the Russians to more or less safely perform tasks at sea.

The U. S. State Department has reviewed the plan for Ukraine's victory presented by Zelenskyy and considers it effective. The United States will continue to provide Ukraine with the necessary assistance and is confident in its victory.

As of September 18, 2024, there is 1 enemy ship with Kalibr in the Black Sea, none in the Sea of Azov, and 5 in the Mediterranean. Russia continues to violate the SOLAS Convention by disabling identification systems on ships.

As of August 19, 2024, there are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas. There is 1 Russian ship in the Mediterranean, but no Kalibr cruise missile carriers.

As of August 18, there were no Russian ships in the Black and Azov Seas. One Russian ship, which is not a missile carrier, is on duty in the Mediterranean.

Russia continues to demonstrate the presence of a submarine in the Black Sea. The submarine can carry up to 4 Kalibr missiles, which are used only during combined attacks.