Russia launches kamikaze drone strikes on Ukrainian ships in Black Sea

Russia launched kamikaze drone strikes targeting Ukrainian ships within the Black Sea. Simultaneously, Iran reported that a Ukrainian drone strike on a vessel in the Caspian Sea resulted in the death of a sailor. This specific incident involving an Iran-linked vessel is escalating conflict risks for crypto and energy markets. Meanwhile, predictions suggest Ukraine may recapture Crimea by December 31, 2026, with a current probability of 9.5% according to reported data.