Russian cargo ship sinks in the Sea of Azov

On April 5, 2026, a Russian cargo ship transporting wheat sank in the Sea of Azov. Vladimir Saldo, a Russian-appointed official in the Kherson region, reported that one crew member, identified as the captain's assistant, died in the incident. Nine other crew members, all of whom are Russian citizens, were found alive on the shore. Two additional crew members remain missing. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the sinking. No details were provided regarding the exact location of the wreck or the condition of the vessel prior to the event. The official announcement was disseminated via the Telegram messaging application.