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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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Moscow’s Mockery: Russia’s Playful Response to Trump-Musk Feud

The ongoing feud between former U.S. President Donald Trump and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has sparked amusement and mockery among Russia’s political elite. Russian officials and media figures have taken to social media to weigh in on the dispute, offering both sarcastic jabs and unexpected invitations.

Dmitry Rogozin, a nationalist senator and former head of Russia’s space program, extended an open invitation to Musk, suggesting that if he faced insurmountable challenges in the U.S., he could find “reliable comrades and complete freedom of technical creativity” in Russia. Meanwhile, Dmitry Medvedev, a senior security official and former Russian president, jokingly proposed mediating a peace deal between Trump and Musk, humorously suggesting that Starlink shares could serve as payment.

Russian state media executives also joined in, mocking the feud as emblematic of modern U.S. political culture. Margarita Simonyan likened it to the English Industrial Revolution—“only in reverse”. Kirill Dmitriev, head of Russia’s sovereign wealth fund, even asked X’s AI chatbot how Musk and Trump could reconcile, underscoring the spectacle surrounding the dispute.

While Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov refrained from direct commentary, he expressed confidence in Trump’s ability to handle the situation, noting that presidents juggle numerous responsibilities, some more significant than others. Others in Russia saw the feud as a welcome distraction for Washington, with nationalist tycoon Konstantin Malofeyev suggesting it was the “best time to strike back” against Ukraine.

As the Trump-Musk rivalry continues to unfold, Russia’s playful engagement highlights its penchant for capitalizing on Western political drama—whether for amusement or strategic advantage.

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