Russia forced to seek alternative shipping routes amid Sea of Azov attacks

Russia is actively seeking alternative shipping routes as attacks intensify in the Sea of Azov, a vital corridor for agricultural exports, including grain allegedly stolen from Ukraine, and for supplying the annexed Crimean peninsula. The ministry stated that it is collaborating with relevant institutions and businesses to establish these new routes, asserting that exports will continue uninterrupted.

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At this time, in cooperation with relevant institutions and the business community, alternative shipping routes are being developed.

"The situation in the Sea of Azov will not affect the domestic food supply or our country's export capabilities," the ministry assured. "If necessary, supply logistics will be rerouted." This move comes amid a significant escalation of Ukrainian drone strikes deep into Russian territory, which have reportedly led to fuel shortages within Russia.

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The situation in the Sea of Azov will not affect the domestic food supply or our country's export capabilities.

The Russian Transport Ministry has also pledged to take all necessary measures to ensure smooth cargo logistics, acknowledging the increasing number of attacks on civilian vessels in the Sea of Azov. The ministry indicated that some cargo might be redirected to other transport modes if required.

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If necessary, supply logistics will be rerouted.

According to Ukraine's drone forces commander, Ukrainian forces struck 116 ships in the Sea of Azov over the past nine days. These strikes, including attacks on several tankers and cargo ships, are reportedly aimed at damaging Russia's shadow fleet and limiting its fuel supply to Russian-controlled Crimea. The Sea of Azov lies between Russia, occupied southern Ukraine, and Crimea.

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All necessary measures are being taken to ensure smooth cargo logistics, considering the increasing number of enemy attacks on civilian vessels.