Ukraine launched over 400 drones at Moscow, hitting industrial sites and an oil depot, while Russia continued ballistic missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple casualties. Cross-border strikes also led to deaths in Belgorod and on a cargo vessel near Odesa, as Ukraine's military commander Syrskyi faces potential dismissal.
Russia's commercial seaports saw a 5.8% increase in cargo turnover from January to June 2026, reaching 451.452 million metric tons. Growth was noted in Caspian, Arctic, Far Eastern, and Azov-Black Sea basins, while the Baltic basin experienced a decline.
Australia is replacing paper arrival cards with a digital declaration system for international travellers at airports and seaports. The Albanese government announced the move after a successful trial, aiming to streamline the arrivals process, enhance national security, and boost the economy.
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Australia is replacing paper arrival cards with a digital passenger declaration system across all airports and seaports. The move, part of a $56.1m investment, aims to streamline the arrivals process, enhance national security, and boost the economy.
A drone attack has caused a fire at the seaport in Taganrog, Russia. Firefighting operations are ongoing, and residents in the emergency zone are being evacuated. No casualties have been reported, and a temporary accommodation center has been set up for evacuees.
US President Donald Trump stated that the US army's blockade of Iran's seaports was more effective than bombing and that Washington is prepared to quickly reinstate such tactics if needed. He mentioned this at the White House, with Secretary of War Pete Hegseth confirming the military's readiness.
Ukraine has successfully attacked an oil refinery in Russia's Tyumen region, over 2,000km from its border, using newly developed long-range drones. President Zelenskyy confirmed the operation, highlighting the drones' capability to travel over 3,000km. Meanwhile, Russia struck Zaporizhzhia, killing five people.
US Vice President JD Vance stated that Iran's seaports are no longer blockaded and merchant ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz following a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. He noted that Iranian forces have not attacked ships for two nights, and CENTCOM has allowed a dozen ships through the naval blockade, with 12.5 million barrels of oil already transported.
Russian seaports saw a 3.7% year-on-year increase in cargo turnover to 369.63 million metric tons in January-May 2026. Dry cargo rose 6.1% and liquid bulk cargo increased 1.5%. Export cargo grew 3.5%, while import and transit cargo declined.
South Korean seaports handled 388.45 million tons of cargo in Q1 2026, up 1.5% year-on-year, showing limited impact from Middle East tensions. Container cargo fell 1.2% to 7.87 million TEUs, with US shipments dropping 10.2% and Vietnam down 6.98%, while China and Japan routes grew 2.4% and 9.5% respectively.
At least one person was killed and another wounded following Ukraine's massive drone attack on Tuapse, a southern Russian port city. Governor Veniamin Kondratyev reported a fire at the seaport and debris shattering windows at a school, kindergarten, museum, church, and apartment buildings.
