Ukraine develops tools to destroy Russian ships at various distances

He stated this on Espreso. 

"We are continuously improving our ability to locate enemy ships. We are developing tools to engage them from various distances and using different methods," said the deputy.

He also emphasized that this is the only way to stop the Russians. According to Havrylov, once the occupiers start losing their ships, they will quickly realize that their efforts are futile.

"When they begin losing the ships that currently attack us, they will soon understand that it's over for them. We are working on this task, and though it's not simple, it's entirely achievable. I believe everyone will witness the results," Havrylov added.

However, the deputy from the Ministry of Defense declined to discuss the weaknesses or specific things Ukraine lacks for defense in the Black Sea.

"I won't disclose what exactly we are lacking. We are actively working on it. Let the enemy wonder what's in store for them. When the time comes, they won't have a pleasant experience," he added.

The Russian Federation is planning a blockade 

On July 18, a spokesperson for the Russian President, Dmitry Peskov, warned about risks if parties try to restart the Black Sea Grain Initiative without Russia.

On July 19, it was revealed that Ukraine is considering using Bulgaria and Romania waters to transport food for the grain deal. 

The Russian Ministry of Defense issued a threat to ships going to Ukrainian Black Sea ports.

On July 24, the US State Department said that Russia might be preparing a false flag operation in the Black Sea due to attacks on Odesa and Danube infrastructure.

On July 25, the Russian Defense Ministry claimed that Ukraine's Armed Forces tried to attack their Navy's patrol ship Sergey Kotov with unmanned boats in the Black Sea.

The British Ministry of Defense stated on July 26 that Russia's Black Sea Fleet is changing positions and getting ready to blockade Ukraine after leaving the Black Sea Grain Initiative.

On the next day, analysts from the Institute for the Study of War explained that the increased presence of Russia's Black Sea Fleet won't allow Moscow to fully block Ukraine due to concerns about a potential military clash with NATO countries in the area.