Russian forces reportedly struck a bulk carrier and a dry cargo ship transporting military supplies to Ukraine's Chernomorsk port, along with two tugboats in Nikolyaev, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.
The South Korean cargo vessel Namu, damaged in a May attack, is expected to leave the Strait of Hormuz by mid-July after repairs. Seoul initially suspected an Iranian missile, but Iran denied involvement, and South Korea later acknowledged it couldn't conclusively determine responsibility.
The Russian crew of the bulk carrier Caffa, detained in Sweden, has left the country after the ship was seized at Ukraine's request
Two cargo ships were attacked near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday. In response, the US announced plans to begin escorting neutral vessels through the waterway, while Iran maintains its right to control the strait despite ongoing regional tensions.
A bulk carrier was attacked by small craft near Iran's coast in the Strait of Hormuz, with all crew reported safe and no environmental impact. This incident occurs amidst heightened tensions as the US enforces a counter-blockade on Iranian ports and plans to guide ships through the strait, drawing a strong warning from Tehran.
Navigation in the Bosporus Strait was temporarily suspended in both directions after the 185-meter Panama-flagged Zaltron bulk carrier experienced an engine failure while passing through the Kurucesme area in Istanbul's European part. The vessel was en route from Egypt to Russia. Turkey's Coast Guard deployed three rescue boats and tugged the ship to the Ahirtepe anchorage, after which navigation was resumed.
