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October 5, 2026
Ukrainian President Zelensky Accuses Russia of Drone Attack on Turkish Vessel in Black Sea
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russian drones of causing a fire on the Turkish-owned vessel Royad Mammadov, which sank in the Black Sea.
- The incident occurred in Romania's exclusive economic zone, approximately 30 nautical miles south of Sfantul Gheorghe.
- Two crew members died, while eleven were rescued; the fate of one crew member remains uncertain.
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- Vessel fire in Black Sea leaves 2 dead, Romania saysOct 5, 2026 at 12:27 PM · AP
- Two dead after fire breaks out on sinking ship in Black Sea as Zelensky blames Russian dronesOct 5, 2026 at 3:55 PM · Independent