The Sea of Azov: Implications of Ukraine’s Loss and Russia’s Position

Mariya Bubnova, a businesswoman and mother displaced by the Russian invasion, recalls nostalgic family trips to the Sea of Azov, now under Russian control. Ukraine lost access to this vital economic region after the invasion in 2022, which has severely impacted its GDP, costing the country about 10-12%. The sea, once a hub for logistics and exports, is now labeled by Russia as an “internal sea,” further consolidating its control in the region.

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