Summary
A tanker tied to Russia was attacked off the coast of Senegal. The attack took place a day before Ukraine targeted Russian vessels in the Black Sea. Local authorities in Senegal managed the incident to prevent any oil spill.
Key Facts
- A tanker linked to Russia was attacked near Dakar, Senegal.
- Four explosions hit the tanker, flooding its engine room with seawater.
- The tanker is part of Russia's fleet that moves sanctioned oil.
- No injuries were reported from the attack.
- Ukrainian naval drones struck Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea the next day.
- Turkey and Kazakhstan criticized Ukraine's actions, warning against threats to energy supplies.
- The vessel was declared safe and stable by its management firm.
- Ukraine plans to continue targeting Russian supply routes.
