Maritime

Vessel Attacked in Black Sea Reaches Sinop

The MIDVOLGA-2 tanker, attacked in the Black Sea while en route from Russia to Georgia, reached Sinop safely. All crew members were unharmed, escorted by the Turkish Coast Guard.

Photo source: Anadolu Agency (AA)

3, December 2025
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The MIDVOLGA-2, a tanker carrying sunflower oil from Russia to Georgia, was attacked in the Black Sea on Tuesday. The vessel, about 80 nautical miles from Sinop, Türkiye, reported the assault and then proceeded toward Turkish waters.

Upon entering Turkish territorial waters, the tanker was escorted by teams from the Turkish Coast Guard Black Sea Regional Command. Türkiye’s Directorate General for Maritime Affairs confirmed that all 13 crew members on board the MIDVOLGA-2 were unharmed and in good condition following the incident.

The tanker was en route from Russia to Georgia when the attack occurred.

Source: Anadolu Agency (AA)

Tags: Black Sea, maritime security, MIDVOLGA-2, tanker attack, Turkish Coast Guard

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