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Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker 'Virat' Attacked by Unmanned Vessels in Black Sea Near Turkish Coast
Nov 29, 2025 07:00 pm CST
Two Russian tankers under international sanctions face attacks in the Black Sea, with the Virat suffering multiple unmanned vessel strikes off Turkey's coast while the Kairos battles a fire after an explosion. Turkish authorities report the Virat remains stable despite damage, while 25 crew members were evacuated from the burning Kairos as firefighting efforts continue.
Trump Refuses to Deplete US Tomahawk Missile Stockpiles for Ukraine Ahead of Zelensky Meeting
Oct 17, 2025 10:49 am CST
President Donald Trump expressed reluctance to provide Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles before meeting with President Zelensky, citing concerns about depleting US military stockpiles. Trump also revealed discussing the matter with Russian President Putin, who opposed the potential weapons transfer to Ukraine.