Key Facts Russian attacks have sharply reduced vessel traffic to Ukraine’s Black Sea ports. Renewed attacks on ports and vessels disrupt grain exports during the summer harvestby Emmitt Barry, Worthy News Washington D.C. Bureau ChiefKYIV, UKRAINE (Worthy News) – Intensifying Russian attacks on Ukrainian ports and commercial vessels have effectively revived a Black Sea blockade, threatening Ukraine’s agricultural economy and raising concerns over global food supplies. Missile and drone strikes around Odesa have prompted shipowners to suspend arrivals, leaving key ports without incoming vessels for nearly two weeks during the summer harvest. Rail, road, and Danube River routes are being expanded, but officials say they cannot replace the capacity of the Black Sea ports. One of the best ways you can support Worthy News is by simply leaving a comment and sharing this article.