Putin Raising Likelihood of War, Ukrainian Navy Chief Says.

The article explores the anticipated conflict between Ukraine and Russia in and around the Black Sea. It cites the growing hostilities of Russia and its centralized power that support the predictions of some analysts on the plan of Russia. Also mentioned are some of Russia's activities under the directive of President Vladimir Putin including the custody of some Ukrainian seamen and sailors and the blocking of Azov and Black seas to limit Ukraine's access to use significant ports.