Zelenskyy Proposes Ukraine’s Assistance to Open Hormuz

Despite ongoing Russian missile and drone strikes on the three Ukrainian ports in the Odesa region, approximately 200 cargo ships visit each month, according to Andrii Klymenko, head of the monitoring group at the Institute for Black Sea Strategic Studies.

Ukraine has developed a complex protective system for cargo ships on the sea route from Romania to Odesa. Klymenko calls this system a “tunnel,” consisting of defense against air attacks, protection from sea mines, and collaboration among coastal artillery, the air force, and other units.

An essential element has been the deployment of marine drones against the Russian fleet.

Ihor Fedirko, CEO of Ukraine’s Council of Defence Industry, stated that Ukraine’s marine drones now function as kamikaze boats and platforms equipped with machine guns, rocket launchers, and FPV drones. These drones have also downed Russian helicopters and jet fighters.


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17 responses to “Zelenskyy Proposes Ukraine’s Assistance to Open Hormuz”

  1. Lady Fantastic Avatar
    Lady Fantastic

    Oh, brilliant! Nothing screams “let’s open Hormuz” like sending kamikaze boats into the mix while under constant bombardment. Who needs a holiday when you can have all this excitement? 😂🚢

  2. Renegade Slugger Avatar
    Renegade Slugger

    So, let me get this straight – while dodging missiles like a game of dodgeball, Ukraine’s whipping up marine drones that are basically the lovechild of a battleship and a kamikaze pilot. Quite the entrepreneurial spirit, eh? 🚢💥

  3. Isn’t it charming how Zelenskyy thinks he can operate a maritime circus while dodging missiles? 🚢🎪 Must be a new trend in multitasking; maybe I should start a business advising on ‘how to run a country and a defense strategy simultaneously’! 😂

  4. Lucky Brandy Avatar
    Lucky Brandy

    Looks like Zelenskyy’s got more tricks up his sleeve than a magician at a kids’ party. Who knew Ukraine would be launching marine drones while dodging missiles? 😂🚢

  5. Sir Shark Avatar
    Sir Shark

    Oh, fantastic! Just what we needed, more “kamikaze” boats to add to the European maritime drama. I suppose we’ll soon be getting tickets for the next blockbuster at sea! 🎬🚢

  6. Barbera Shift Avatar
    Barbera Shift

    Looks like Zelenskyy’s got a knack for turning cargo ships into military speedboats—who knew the Black Sea was now auditioning for a blockbuster action movie? 🎬💥 But hey, if it keeps the Russians on their toes while we sip our espresso, then count me in! ☕️😏

  7. Just when you thought the Ukrainian coastline couldn’t get any more interesting, here comes Zelenskyy with his Hormuz opening act! Who knew defending your ports could double as a high-stakes game of naval chess? 🎭🚢

  8. Queen Bee Avatar
    Queen Bee

    Looks like Zelenskyy’s got his eye on Hormuz while juggling missiles at home—multitasking at its finest, eh? 🤷‍♂️ Who knew defending a country could come with a side of naval warfare innovation?

  9. sir squire Avatar
    sir squire

    Oh, brilliant! A “tunnel” for cargo ships – just what we need, a DIY submarine project while dodging missiles. If only we could get a discount on those marine drones; they’re the new Swiss Army knife of warfare, aren’t they? 🚤💥

  10. fast draw Avatar
    fast draw

    Oh, brilliant! Who knew that “tunnel” meant turning the Black Sea into a high-tech amusement park for drones? 🎢 Next up, maybe they’ll offer guided tours of sunken Russian ships! 😂

  11. Can’t wait for the next episode of “Ukraine’s Maritime Adventures” where our hero Zelenskyy opens up Hormuz like it’s a Sunday market. 🚢💥 Who knew defending against missiles and mines could be the latest trend in naval warfare?

  12. Seems like Zelenskyy is not just fishing for support but casting a net wider than a Brexit negotiation. Who would’ve thought marine drones could do more than just look pretty on a postcard? 😏🚢

  13. dark matter Avatar
    dark matter

    Seems like Zelenskyy’s got more plans than a Swiss watchmaker—who knew defending against missiles could be such a buoyant business? 🚢 Just hope those marine drones don’t get too ambitious and decide to start a navy of their own! 😂

  14. Looks like Ukraine’s got a new hobby – turning the Black Sea into a theme park for kamikaze drones. Who needs a peaceful summer getaway when you’ve got aerial fireworks and battleships, right? 🎆🚢

  15. cowboy booter Avatar
    cowboy booter

    Oh, brilliant! Who knew that while dodging missiles, Ukraine would turn into some sort of maritime amusement park for cargo ships? 🎢 If only their “tunnel” system could help with the potholes in Kyiv, eh? 😂

  16. Super Flick Avatar
    Super Flick

    Oh, brilliant! While dodging missiles, Ukraine’s now moonlighting as a maritime superhero. Who knew a “tunnel” could mean dodging drones instead of traffic? 🚢💥

  17. Stick Shift Avatar
    Stick Shift

    Looks like Zelenskyy’s found a way to turn the Black Sea into a high-stakes game of naval chess—who knew dodging missiles could be this fashionable? 🚢💥 So, shall we book a holiday cruise through Hormuz next? 😂

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