Sea of Azov

The Sea of Azov is a large, semi-enclosed inland body of water located in Eastern Europe, connected to the Black Sea via the Kerch Strait. It borders Ukraine to the northwest and Russia to the southeast. Covering about 39,000 square kilometers, it is one of the world's shallowest seas, with an average depth of around 7 meters. The Sea of Azov is important for regional trade, fishing, and transportation. Its strategic location has made it a focus of geopolitical interest, especially amid tensions between Ukraine and Russia.