Greek Oil Tanker Attacked Near Russian Port of Novorossiysk
A Greek-flagged tanker carrying Russian oil was attacked in the Black Sea near the port of Novorossiysk on August 18, 2026. The attack occurs amidst a surge in maritime hostilities where both sides have targeted energy-related shipping. While no immediate casualties were reported, the incident underscores the increasing risks to commercial shipping and the potential for environmental disasters in the contested waters of the Black Sea.
Date: August 18, 2026
Location: Krasnodar Krai, Russia
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: naval
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: The New Voice of Ukraine