Ukraine Navy Warns of Response if Russia Breaches Black Sea Ceasefire

The Ukrainian Navy has warned that it will respond adequately if Russia violates the newly proposed ceasefire in the Black Sea, as reiterated by spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk. Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov emphasized that Russia must not leave the eastern part of the Black Sea, where it has a legal right to remain. The ceasefire is primarily aimed at stopping attacks on Ukrainian port infrastructure but does not extend to military targets such as Russian warships. Monitoring of the Black Sea situation is being conducted using various surveillance tools by Ukraine and its NATO allies, ensuring adherence to the ceasefire regime. Recent discussions in Riyadh have led to agreements prohibiting military use of commercial ships in the area. However, concerns remain among Ukrainian officials about the potential advantages Russia could gain from the ceasefire arrangements.