Event Brief
Ukrainian Navy: Russian drone hits Turkish cargo vessel
Filed: Jun 22, 2026 at 2:05 AM ET
Summary: Ukrainian Navy says a Russian drone struck a Turkish dry cargo vessel, causing a major fire and casualties among nine crew.
WHO: Ukrainian Navy
WHAT: Says a Russian drone hit the Turkish dry cargo vessel Victress, causing a major fire and casualties among nine crew members.
WHEN: Jun 22, 2026 at 4:02 AM ET
WHERE: Sea of Marmara, Istanbul, Turkey
WHY: A Russian drone attack struck the vessel, causing the fire and casualties.
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