Latest "Sea of Azov" stories

Russia and Ukraine swap prisoners

Among those Russia returned was Ukrainian film director Oleg Sentsov, whose conviction for preparing terrorist attacks was strongly denounced abroad, and 24 Ukrainian sailors taken with a ship Russian forces seized last year.

4 years ago

UN court to deliver verdict in case of imprisoned Ukrainian sailors

Ukraine is demanding the immediate release of its sailors and ships from Russian custody, arguing that failure to do so would breach the country's rights.

4 years ago

This is why Putin made a provocative visit to Crimea

On Monday, NATO and the European Union reaffirmed their strong condemnation of Russia's land grab.

4 years ago

Why the Donald Cook is still sailing the Black Sea

Adm. James Foggo, commander of Naval Forces-Europe, announced last week that the Spain-based Arleigh Burke-class destroyer also is slated to visit the Ukrainian port of Odessa.

By Mark D. Faram

4 years ago

Navy sends second message to Moscow this month

The U.S. Navy has sent another warship to the Black Sea.

By Mark D. Faram

4 years ago

Tragedy in the Black Sea as two commercial vessels burn

At least 14 mariners were killed and five remain missing, Russian officials say.

4 years ago