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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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Lebanon Stands Firm on Sovereignty Amid Iranian Official’s Visit


Lebanese President Joseph Aoun reaffirmed his country’s rejection of any foreign interference during talks with Ali Larijani, Iran’s Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, in Beirut on Wednesday.

The visit comes just days after Lebanon’s government approved a U.S.-backed plan to disarm Hezbollah by year’s end and implement a ceasefire with Israel — a move strongly opposed by both Tehran and the Iran‑backed group.

President Aoun stressed that cooperation with Iran should be rooted in “sovereignty and friendship” and serve all Lebanese citizens, not a single sect. Larijani, meanwhile, denied Iranian meddling, accusing the United States of pushing a “foreign plan” on Lebanon and insisting that any disarmament of Hezbollah must be resolved internally.

Hundreds of Hezbollah supporters greeted Larijani at Beirut’s airport, waving Iranian flags and chanting anti‑U.S. slogans. The group, long funded and armed by Iran, has been significantly weakened by a 14‑month war with Israel that ended last November, leaving thousands dead and causing billions in damage.

The high‑profile visit underscores the deep divisions within Lebanon over Hezbollah’s future and the broader struggle between foreign influence and national sovereignty.

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