Ten Russian Vessels Stuck Overnight in Sea of Azov

Ten Russian vessels were stuck overnight in the Sea of Azov, including eight sanctioned shadow-fleet fuel tankers, one dry cargo ship, and one ferry. The tankers identified are Venera-3, Sanar-1, Sanar-17, Klimena, Teti, and Alexey. These vessels are involved in supplying occupied Crimea. The incident highlights ongoing maritime restrictions and enforcement efforts in the region. The Sea of Azov remains a critical area for shipping routes connected to Crimea, which has been under international sanctions.