Russia and Ukraine agree to Black Sea ceasefire after days of intense talks, US says Kremlin agrees to deal if the US helps with sanctions relief on agricultural exports The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2025
Russia and Ukraine agree to ‘eliminate the use of force’ in Black Sea Kremlin stipulates maritime ceasefire will start only if it gets sanctions relief on agricultural exports The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2025
Downing Street ‘hopeful’ after Russia and Ukraine agree to Black Sea truce It is unclear whether the UK would follow any easing of sanctions against Russia signalled by the US. Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2025
How Ukraine is beating Russia in the Black Sea – and pushed Putin towards a ceasefire SPECIAL DISPATCH: The early defiance of Ukrainian forces in Snake Island set the scene for their dominance over the Black Sea, leaving little doubt why Putin was so keen for a ceasefire there, World affairs editor Sam Kiley writes from Odesa The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2025
Russia and Ukraine agree to halt Black Sea attacks, US says Ukraine’s Zelenskyy hails the agreement as ‘the right steps’ as Russian foreign minister says Moscow needs ‘guarantees’. Al Jazeera · Mar 25, 2025
Ukraine and Russia agree to Black Sea ceasefire, US says The development, which was announced by the White House on Tuesday, came after three days of talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Euronews · Mar 25, 2025
Russia and US conclude marathon Ukraine war talks in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh US officials now expected to meet Ukrainian counterparts again as Trump signals rare earth minerals deal in view. Al Jazeera · Mar 24, 2025
US-Russia talks on Ukraine war: What’s on the table in Saudi Arabia? Russia and the US hold talks in the Saudi capital aimed at making progress towards peace in Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Mar 24, 2025
Ukraine war: Trump claims deal on Ukraine minerals is close amid US and Russia ceasefire talks – as it happened US president believes rare earths deal to be signed ‘soon’; Ukraine delegation to meet US officials as Kremlin claims it has suspended infrastructure strikes despite ongoing attacks The Guardian - AU · Mar 24, 2025
Ukraine war briefing: US seeking Black Sea ceasefire in talks with Russia in Saudi Arabia Wide gulf remains between US and Russian expectations for a ceasefire; US envoy dismisses UK PM’s Ukraine plans as ‘a posture and a pose’. What we know on day 1,125 The Guardian - AU · Mar 24, 2025
Russian drones strike Ukrainian city of Odesa, underlining challenges for even limited truce Russian drones have pummeled the Ukrainian Black Sea port city of Odesa, injuring three people and sparking fires The Independent UK · Mar 21, 2025
Trump-Putin call: What they agreed to and what’s next for Ukraine war Putin agreed to a 30-day halt of attacks on energy infrastructure during a call with Trump. Al Jazeera · Mar 19, 2025
Putin demands Ukraine is muzzled and blinded before proper talks begin ANALYSIS: The apparent olive branch offered by Moscow after lengthy talks on Tuesday in fact suits the Kremlin tactically, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley in Odesa, Ukraine The Independent UK · Mar 18, 2025
Ukraine partial ceasefire plan 'has promise' ahead of peace talks, says Marco Rubio Ukrainian delegation set to propose ceasefire covering the Black Sea and long-range missile strikes, as well as the release of prisoners Evening Standard · Mar 10, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Mar 8, 2025 ‘We’re here to stop Russia taking the Black Sea’: with the Ukrainian Navy as they battle for supremacy on the waves Captain Oleksandr and his crew are on constant alert to shoot down Vladimir Putin’s swarming drones
International Business Times · Mar 7, 2025 Faced With Russia, EU's Defence Must Include Turkey Turkey, with NATO's second-largest army and a Black Sea coastline, is looking to play a key role in Europe's security after Washington's pivot away from the region.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Jan 26, 2025 Navigating Bulgarian Roads: Your Guide to Vignettes Bulgaria, with its diverse landscapes ranging from the sandy beaches of the Black Sea to its mountainous interiors, offers some of the most scenic drives in Europe. For those planning to explore this beautiful country by road, understanding the ...
The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2025 Rescue teams empty 1,500 tons of oil from Russian tanker Russian officials say rescue workers have successfully removed almost 1,500 tons of oil stranded onboard a tanker that ran aground in December, sparking a devastating oil spill that has damaged miles of coastline along the Black Sea
The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2025 Ukrainian winemaker, US vets team up on a mission: showing the best of Ukraine, one glass at a time A group of former American military officers and diplomats who served in Kyiv are teaming up with a Ukrainian winery owner to bring a taste of the Black Sea coast to a U.S. audience
International Business Times · Jan 10, 2025 New Oil Spill Detected In Black Sea From Stricken Russian Tanker Fresh oil started pouring from a stricken Russian tanker in the Black Sea on Friday, said officials in Moscow, as Ukraine warned of "terrible environmental consequences" from the spill.
Evening Standard · Dec 31, 2024 Russian helicopter shot down by Ukrainian naval drone with missile strike for first time, say spy chiefs Kyiv’s military intelligence said a second Russian helicopter was damaged in the Black Sea air and sea battle
Top News · Dec 24, 2024 Volunteers Appeal For More Assistance In Russia's Black Sea Oil Spill Volunteers seek Putin's aid in addressing the environmental disaster caused by the Black Sea oil spill in Russia.
Evening Standard · Dec 23, 2024 Suspected Russian sea mine with 480kg payload washes up on shore of Turkish holiday resort Eight merchant ships were reported to be within ten nautical miles of the device when it was spotted
The Conversation · Dec 20, 2024 How conflict makes oil spills in the Black Sea so much more toxic Two old Russian tankers, carrying thousands of tonnes of oil, have been severely damaged in a storm in the Kerch Strait.
Top News · Dec 18, 2024 Oil Spill In Russia's Black Sea Coast Causes Environmental Disaster Russian tankers wreck off Black Sea causing significant oil spill, raising environmental concerns.