Breaking News: Black Sea has become the world’s most dangerous sea route, leaving behind Hormuz, threat to global trade due to attacks on ships

There is a growing concern about maritime security around the world. Until now, the Strait of Hormuz was considered one of the most vulnerable sea lanes, but now the Black Sea is also becoming a new center of danger. The effects of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine are now evident on merchant ships and the sailors who work on them. According to reports, more than 570 incidents of attacks on ships have been reported in the Black Sea this year. Many sailors have lost their lives in these attacks, while some are still missing.

According to a Wall Street Journal report, the increasing incidence of maritime attacks in the Black Sea has become a serious concern for global trade. According to the report, over 300 sailors have been killed in more than 300 attacks and around 20 people are still missing. On the other hand, around 130 attacks have been reported in the Middle East since February.

The increasing attacks in the Black Sea are also having a direct impact on the shipping business. The number of ships passing through the Bosphorus Strait in October fell by 41 percent compared to the same period last year. There was a sharp increase in attacks, especially from July to September. An average of more than four attacks per day was reported during this period.

Use of drone strikes against Russian shipping

This conflict is now becoming a challenge for the security of NATO countries as well. Russian forces are targeting vessels connected to Ukraine’s food exports, while Ukraine is using drone strikes against Russian shipping. There have also been incidents of ship attacks near the Romanian coast, with sailors reported dead and missing.

The Black Sea is an extremely important route for the export of Ukraine’s wheat and other agricultural products. If the security risk increases here, the impact will not only be limited to the shipping industry, but also the global grain supply and food market. In the current scenario, the risks for seafarers, ship owners and insurance companies are constantly increasing. If the Russia-Ukraine conflict does not subside, the Black Sea could become an even bigger challenge for global maritime trade in the near future.

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