Russian Missile Strike on Ukrainian Civilian Ship in Black Sea Raises Tensions

A Russian missile strike hit a cargo ship in the Ukrainian Black Sea port of Odesa, killing the pilot and injuring four others. This marks the 21st attack on Black Sea ports since Russia withdrew from a UN-brokered grain deal earlier this year. Ukraine has accused Russia of violating international obligations and using food as a weapon. In response, Ukraine has sought alternative export routes to circumvent the Russian blockade. Russian authorities have not yet commented on the strike.