Turkey Expresses 'Deep Concern' Over Attack on Tanker in Black Sea

Turkey has expressed its 'deep concern' over the attack on the tanker 'Altura', which flies the flag of Sierra Leone but is operated by a Turkish company, in the Black Sea. All 27 crew members are in good health and investigations are underway to determine the circumstances of the attack. Ankara argues that the attack took place within its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and violates international law, warning of dangers to navigation. Turkey leaves open the possibility of taking measures to protect its interests in the region. The attack on the tanker raises concerns about the safety of navigation in the Black Sea.