London, Sept 23, 2026 (AFP) - Strikes on merchant vessels spread in Black Sea: expert

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At least 45 merchant vessels have been attacked over the past 12 months in areas of the Black Sea previously not listed as high-risk amid the Russia-Ukraine war, maritime risk expert Ambrey said on Wednesday. No strikes were recorded in the areas in the preceding 12 months, Ambrey said, adding that the increase was driven by attacks further from the coasts of Russia and Ukraine, prompting insurers to update risk levels in the area. Over 70 percen......

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