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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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BC Conservatives in Turmoil as Rustad Defies Ouster

 

            John Rustad addresses media on Oct. 29, 2024, the day after losing the provincial election.

The British Columbia Conservative Party is facing a dramatic internal crisis after announcing that leader John Rustad has been removed from his position. Despite the party’s declaration, Rustad has flatly refused to step aside, insisting he remains the legitimate leader.

On Wednesday, 20 of the party’s 39 MLAs signed a letter declaring they had lost confidence in Rustad’s leadership, triggering a motion by the party’s board to certify him as “professionally incapacitated” and appoint Surrey-White Rock MLA Trevor Halford as interim leader. Party president Aisha Estey confirmed the authenticity of the caucus revolt, which was delivered through legal counsel.

Rustad, however, rejected the move both publicly and on social media, stating: “I have not resigned, I have not been removed, and I am not going anywhere.” He argued that the process used to oust him was flawed and claimed there is no mechanism for MLAs to force him out.

Political analysts warn that Rustad’s refusal to step down could render the party “ungovernable”, as the split between Rustad loyalists and the majority of caucus members deepens. The standoff comes just over a year after the Conservatives surged to Official Opposition status in the provincial legislature, positioning themselves as a major force against the governing NDP.

The dispute leaves the party in a precarious position, with questions about who truly holds authority and whether the Conservatives can maintain unity heading into future legislative battles. For now, the BC Conservatives are caught in a leadership limbo, with Rustad clinging to power while much of his caucus insists his time is over.

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