A Greek oil tanker was reportedly struck by an unidentified object while approaching the Russian port of Novorossiysk, but authorities confirmed no fatalities occurred.
A Greek oil tanker named Maran Homer was struck by an unidentified object while it was near the territorial waters of Russia, specifically as it approached the port of Novorossiysk in the Black Sea. The incident was confirmed by the ship's owner, Maran Tankers Management, based in Athens. Greek authorities have been notified, and while the attack raised concerns, they clarified that fortunately, there were no casualties stemming from the strike.