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Greek Tanker Struck by Missile in Black Sea, Crew Emerges Unharmed

  A Greek‑flagged tanker sailing near the Russian port of Novorossiysk was struck by a missile but remained operational, and all 24 crew members were confirmed safe.   A Greek‑owned and Greek‑flagged tanker sustained material damage after being hit by a missile while sailing approximately 14 nautical miles off the Russian port of Novorossiysk in the Black Sea. According to authorities, the vessel—operated by Maran Gas Maritime—was not carrying cargo at the time of the strike and continued to navigate safely following the incident.  All 24 crew members on board, including ten Greek nationals, thirteen Filipinos, and one Romanian, were reported to be in good health. The impact caused damage to the starboard side of the ship, but no assistance or towing was required. The tanker remained fully operational, and no environmental pollution was reported.  Greek officials have condemned the attack as dangerous and unacceptable, noting that the incident occurred amid height...
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Diplomacy on Hold: Iran Rejects Nuclear Talks Amid Escalating Conflict

As tensions between Iran and Israel intensify, Tehran has firmly ruled out any negotiations over its nuclear program while under military assault. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi declared that talks with the United States—Israel’s key ally—are off the table until Israeli aggression ceases.

The conflict, now entering its second week, has seen Israel launch strikes on dozens of Iranian military targets, including missile production facilities and nuclear research centers in Tehran. Iran has responded with missile barrages, some landing near civilian infrastructure in Beersheba, southern Israel.

President Donald Trump, meanwhile, is weighing U.S. involvement. The White House stated he will decide within two weeks whether to intervene militarily or pursue diplomatic channels. European diplomats are scrambling to salvage dialogue, with a meeting in Geneva aimed at coaxing Iran back to the negotiating table. However, expectations for progress remain low.

Both nations claim to be targeting military assets, but civilian casualties are mounting. Human rights groups report over 600 deaths in Iran, including top military officials and nuclear scientists, while Israel has suffered at least two dozen civilian fatalities.

With diplomacy frozen and the threat of broader conflict looming, the international community watches anxiously for signs of de-escalation.

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