Kyiv: Russia Allowing Some Ships to Enter Ukrainian Azov Sea Ports

Ukraine says Russia has begun allowing some ships to enter Ukrainian ports on the Sea of Azov, in what could be a possible sign of easing tensions in the area. A statement Tuesday attributed to Ukraine Infrastructure Minister Volodymyr Omelyan said the Berdyansk and Mariupol ports have been partially unblocked, adding that ships are coming and going through the Kerch Strait towards Ukrainian ports. The minister said he hoped the ports would be fully unblocked in the coming...

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