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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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From Frustration to Recognition: How Gaza’s Crisis Shifted Western Policy on Palestine

 

                       A man holds a placard reading 'Free Palestine' during a demonstration at the Place de la Republique in Paris

As the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza deepened in 2025, three of Israel’s traditionally close allies—France, Britain, and Canada—moved toward recognizing a Palestinian state, marking a dramatic shift in Western diplomacy.

Catalyst: Gaza’s Humanitarian Collapse

  • Israeli restrictions on aid and the collapse of a two-month truce in March 2025 intensified suffering in Gaza.
  • Images of starving children and escalating violence in the West Bank alarmed global audiences and leaders.
  • The crisis eroded faith in the viability of a two-state solution, prompting urgent diplomatic reassessment.

Behind-the-Scenes Diplomacy

  • French President Emmanuel Macron, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer maintained close communication throughout June and July.
  • Macron led the charge, announcing France’s intent to recognize Palestine at the UN General Assembly in September.
  • Canada and Britain, initially cautious, began laying groundwork for similar moves, seeking maximum impact and coordination.

Strategic Shifts and Global Reactions

  • France and Saudi Arabia collaborated to rally Western and Arab nations toward Palestinian recognition while isolating Hamas.
  • The U.S. response was muted, with President Trump dismissing Macron’s move but avoiding strong condemnation, giving other allies diplomatic cover.
  • Arab states welcomed the shift, while Israel and some Western leaders warned against “rewarding Hamas”.

A New Diplomatic Era? This recognition push reflects a broader recalibration of Western policy, driven not by ideology but by the urgency of humanitarian realities and the fading prospects of peace. Whether this leads to tangible change or entrenches divisions remains to be seen—but the diplomatic landscape has undeniably shifted.


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