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Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia
- Ukrainian naval drones struck two oil tankers linked to Russia’s shadow fleet in the Black Sea, with no reported casualties.
- The tankers Kairos and Virat are flagged to Gambia and were hit off the Turkish coast, one reportedly again the next day.
- Turkish authorities assisted and released footage showing attempts to extinguish the fires on the Kairos.
- The attacks are viewed as a warning by Ukraine to deter ships carrying Russian oil from operating in the Black Sea.
- Separately, a Caspian Pipeline Consortium facility suspended loading after an attack on a mooring point.
- Ukrainian President Zelensky said a delegation led by Rustem Umerov was heading to the United States to pursue talks on ending the war.
- Andriy Yermak’s resignation was noted amid anti-corruption investigations mentioned in the report.
- The 'shadow fleet' describes Russia's use of aging tankers to bypass Western sanctions.
- Turkish authorities released footage tied to the incident, underscoring regional involvement.
- The events follow broader sanctions-related pressure and other regional security developments in the wake of Russia's invasion.
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