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world1d ago

A sanctioned Russian tanker, Kairos, was damaged by an explosion near the Bosporus in the Black Sea on 28 November.
Turkish rescue teams evacuated 25 crew members after the incident.
The Kairos is linked to Russia's so-called shadow fleet used to evade Western sanctions on energy exports.
Another tanker, Virat, reportedly suffered an explosion in the Black Sea.
Both Kairos and Virat appear on sanctions lists connected to Russia's shadow fleet.
Turkish authorities noted the vessel reported an 'external impact' while en route to Novorossiysk.
Rescue assets included tugboats and coast guard assistance in the aftermath.
The incident raised concerns about the safety of vessels tied to sanctions amid Black Sea tensions.
Background context notes past Black Sea incidents involving ships and unexplained explosions.
Officials continue to monitor the situation as rescue operations concluded.

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world6h ago

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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