- Ukraine says it struck two Russian ships in the Caspian that were carrying Iranian military cargo; Iran says a commercial vessel was hit, killing one sailor and injuring three.
- The Caspian Sea is becoming a key, landlocked route for Iran–Russia trade and military shipments (drones, missiles, grain, steel), especially after southern ports were restricted.
- The incident has raised tensions (Iran vows a response and summoned Ukraine’s diplomat) and highlights Ukraine’s longer-range strike capabilities just as Zelensky heads to Washington.
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