Russia warned today that it will consider from midnight to all ships bound for Ukrainian ports through the Black Sea, possible carriers of military cargo and therefore potential objects of war.

“In connection with the termination of the Black Sea Initiative and the closure of the maritime humanitarian corridor from 21.00 Moscow time, all ships heading to Ukrainian ports in the Black Sea They will be considered as possible carriers of military cargo.” noted in the Russian Defense Ministry.

“Consequently, the countries under the flag of which such ships They will consider themselves involved in the conflict in Ukraine on the side of the Kyiv regime.” says in the statement.

The Ministry of Defense stressed that, in addition, several maritime areas in the northwestern and southeastern parts of the international waters of the Black Sea were captured. temporarily declared dangerous for navigation.

Russia has already issued relevant notices of withdrawal of maritime safety guarantees in accordance with the established sailing order.

Moscow suspended its participation in the grain agreement which allowed Ukraine to export almost 33 million tons of grain from the country’s three ports in almost a year of the pact.

Kyiv is now looking for alternatives with the UN and Turkey to continue supplying countries in need with its grain, but Russia is threatening take action if it happens from Ukrainian ports.