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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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Canada Strikes Back: Joly Unveils Three-Point Plan to Shield Industry from U.S. Tariffs

                                            Innovation Minister Mélanie Joly

Innovation Minister Mélanie Joly has announced a sweeping three-point industrial strategy designed to protect Canada’s economy from escalating U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump’s trade policies.

Speaking ahead of a major address in Toronto, Joly emphasized that Canada’s auto, steel, aluminum, copper, and lumber sectors are under direct threat from Washington’s trade war. “It’s not a wait-and-see approach. This is a Canadian moment we need to seize,” she said.

The plan focuses on:

  • Protecting jobs through immediate financial relief for industries hit hardest by tariffs.
  • Creating new employment opportunities by accelerating approvals for major projects and investing in domestic production.
  • Attracting global talent and investment by leveraging Ottawa’s purchasing power and long-term defence contracts to stimulate innovation.

Ottawa has already committed billions in targeted support, including $400 million for Algoma Steel and $1.25 billion for the softwood lumber sector. The government also plans to use its new Build Canada Homes agency, Buy Canadian policy, and Defence Investment Agency to drive growth and re-establish a domestic military industry.

Joly framed the initiative as both a defensive and forward-looking measure, aiming to help Canadian industries adapt, pivot, and compete globally despite mounting U.S. trade pressures.


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