Russia continues to use Kerch sea fishing port for the “gray” export of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and Ukrainian grain taken from the occupied regions of Ukraine.
This was reported by Krym.Realii and relayed by Ukrinform.
Journalists from the outlet spotted two LPG tankers at the gas terminals in Kerch fishing port. One of the vessels had its identifying information on the stern concealed.
Additionally, a train loaded with grain transport wagons was observed at the dock near the grain terminal. It’s unclear whether the wagons are currently filled, but the report notes that this port has previously been used to ship Ukrainian grain from occupied territories to regions in the Middle East.
As reported, since the start of the full-scale war against Ukraine, Russia has intensified its use of port infrastructure in Crimea, despite international sanctions and the official closure of Ukrainian ports on the peninsula to international shipping. The ports of Sevastopol, Kerch, and Feodosia are also being used for transshipping strategic cargo, including ilmenite (a titanium and iron oxide mineral, used by “Crimean Titan”) and petroleum products.
Photo: krymr.org (RFE/RL)
Source: Russia using Kerch port for exporting LPG, Ukrainian grain – media
