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Ukrainian Drone Attack: Oil Tanker with 23 Indians Targeted in Black Sea
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News18•07-10-2026, 08:20
Ukrainian Drone Attack: Oil Tanker with 23 Indians Targeted in Black Sea
- •A Liberian-flagged oil tanker carrying 23 Indian crew members was targeted in a Ukrainian naval drone attack off Russia Black Sea coast near Sochi.
- •Russian transport authorities confirmed that all 23 Indian nationals on board the Aframax Rio tanker were safely rescued with no injuries reported.
- •The massive explosion and fire caused crude oil to spill into the sea, sending thick black smoke visible across the resort city of Sochi.
- •Local authorities have temporarily suspended public access to beaches and coastal areas as a precautionary measure amid escalating maritime tensions.
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The Liberian-flagged oil tanker 'Aframax Rio' was targeted in a Ukrainian naval drone attack off Russia's Black Sea coast near Sochi, which caused a massive crude oil fire and spill.
No injuries or casualties were reported among the 23 Indian crew members on board, and all of them were safely rescued by emergency personnel.
Local authorities temporarily restricted public movement, closed beaches in the Sirius Federal District for public safety, continuously monitor air and water quality, and advised people to stay indoors with windows closed.
