Demilitarization of the Black Sea

The Demilitarization of the Black Sea refers to an agreement or status where countries bordering the sea limit the presence and activities of military forces and equipment in the region. This aims to promote stability and reduce the risk of conflict by preventing the deployment of heavy military assets such as warships and missile systems. Historically, treaties like the Montreux Convention regulate military use to balance regional security and prevent escalation. This demilitarized status helps maintain peace, sovereignty, and freedom of navigation for all Black Sea nations and international stakeholders.