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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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Rubio Set for High‑Stakes Denmark Talks as U.S. Greenland Push Intensifies

                                        Danish troops in military drills in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to meet with senior Danish officials next week as Washington continues to press its long-standing interest in Greenland. The upcoming talks come amid heightened diplomatic tension, with Denmark and Greenland seeking clarity on the United States’ intentions and urging more direct communication.

Rubio confirmed the meeting during remarks in Washington, emphasizing that the administration remains committed to diplomacy even as it maintains that Greenland is strategically important to U.S. national security. He offered no indication that the White House is reconsidering its position, signaling that President Donald Trump’s goal of expanding U.S. influence in the Arctic remains unchanged.

Danish leaders hope the discussions will ease strain between the two allies and address what they describe as misunderstandings driving the dispute. Greenlandic officials have also expressed frustration that much of the dialogue has unfolded through public statements rather than formal diplomatic channels.

The meeting is expected to focus on sovereignty concerns, Arctic security, and the future of U.S.–Danish cooperation as the debate over Greenland continues to evolve.


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