Turkish Ship Güllük Damaged by Drone Attack Near Novorossiysk

The Turkish vessel Güllük sustained material damage following a drone attack while near the Russian port of Novorossiysk in the Black Sea. The assault was carried out by Ukrainian forces using unmanned aerial vehicles. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident. The attack highlights ongoing maritime tensions in the Black Sea region amid the conflict involving Russia and Ukraine. Novorossiysk is a key Russian port on the Black Sea, and incidents involving commercial vessels in its vicinity raise concerns about the safety of maritime navigation in the area. Despite the damage, the Güllük was able to avoid casualties, underscoring the risks posed by the use of drones in naval confrontations. The event adds to a series of security challenges faced by ships operating near conflict zones in the Black Sea.