However, there are exceptions.
Bulgaria has banned Russian-flagged ships since April 16 to visit their river and sea ports, according to the Maritime Administration of the country. Russian ships that changed the flag or re-registered after February 24 were also banned
The ban was imposed as part of EU sanctions imposed for Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Exceptions will be in a difficult situation or in need of humanitarian assistance. Bulgarian ships carrying energy, food and pharmaceuticals to the European Union will also be able to enter Bulgarian ports.
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The day before, it was reported that on April 17, Romania banned the entry of Russian ships into ports. Nevertheless, Romania will allow Russian ships in need of assistance or an emergency stop to enter its ports.
Russia is reducing production of warships due to lack of foreign components due to lack of money and sanctions against Russia strong> due to the fact that she started a full-scale war against Ukraine.
