Drone Boat Attack Targets Russian-Flagged Tanker BLUE

A Ukrainian drone boat attack targeted the oil tanker BLUE, which flies the Cameroonian flag and is part of the Russian shadow fleet, in the Black Sea. Video footage shows unsuccessful attempts to destroy the drone boat before it collided with the tanker. The incident highlights ongoing maritime tensions in the Black Sea region amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The BLUE tanker is among vessels linked to Russia's efforts to circumvent sanctions through the use of flags of convenience. This event underscores the risks faced by commercial shipping in contested waters.