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Tracking the Ura Major's movements provides additional context to its significance. Prior to its sinking, the ship had been monitored closely not only by maritime tracking services but also by intelligence agencies, including Ukrainian entities. With escort from a Russian warship when it entered the Mediterranean, the Ura Major's journey was highly scrutinized, raising suspicion about its actual intended destination.
Despite claiming to be sailing toward Vladivostok, compelling conjecture suggests it was en route to Libya—potentially to install cranes in strategic locales like Benghazi. This backstory emphasizes the contentious landscape of cooperation and competition in the Mediterranean region, where Russia asserts its influence amid Western opposition.