Russian attacks on Black Sea ports threatening Ukraine grain exports

What we know

• 01Russia conducted repeated strikes on Ukrainian Black Sea port infrastructure around 22–24 July 2026.
• 02Ukraine called an emergency UN Security Council session, stating 'Russia is holding global food security hostage.'
• 03Ukraine's grain export industry was reported to be nearing a crisis as a result of the port attacks.
• 04Russian shadow fleet vessels were also struck by Ukraine in the Azov Sea and Black Sea during the same period, indicating active naval confrontation.