Russia granted permission for the departure of grain carriers from the Sea of Azov, -. Bloomberg The Azov Sea Ports Administration granted a temporary permit for the departure of ships from the ports of Tameryuk and the Caucasus. At least one vessel has already passed through the Kerch Strait to the Black Sea. This is the first time since July, when the ban was imposed due to Operation MoLoChKa. The window for the passage of ships in the Sea of Azov opened on Monday, sources said. Those who are willing to sail and have a crew can apply for a departure permit, they said.