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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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U.S. Lawmakers Demand Action Over Canadian Wildfire Smoke


A group of U.S. lawmakers is urging Canada to improve its forest management practices, citing “suffocating” wildfire smoke drifting south across the border. In a letter to Canada’s ambassador, representatives from Wisconsin and Minnesota expressed frustration over repeated summers disrupted by poor air quality.

The lawmakers blame a “lack of active forest management” and even arson for the fires, and they’re calling for more proactive measures. “With all the technology we have at our disposal, this worrisome trend can be reversed if proper action is taken,” they wrote.

In response, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew fired back, defending Canadian efforts and criticizing the lawmakers for politicizing a deadly crisis. “I would challenge these ambulance chasers in the U.S. Congress to go and shake the hands of American firefighters helping us here,” he said.


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