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Turkey Calls Ukrainian Ambassador After Attack on Turkish-Vessel in Black Sea

On August 30, 2026, Turkey summoned the Ukrainian ambassador to Ankara following an attack on a Turkish-operated vessel off the coast of Tuapse, Russia. The incident occurred on August 26, marking a new escalation in the Black Sea conflict. Turkey is seeking clarity on the attack's origin and its implications for regional security.

A Turkish-operated vessel was struck on August 26 off the coast of Tuapse, a Russian port city with a significant oil refinery. The attack, which occurred in the Black Sea, is believed to have been carried out by Ukrainian drones, as Tuapse is a frequent target of such attacks. The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the Ukrainian ambassador to Ankara to discuss the incident and its broader implications for security in the region.

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WireAntaraAug 30, 02:53 PM
Turkey Calls Ukrainian Ambassador After Attack on Ship in Black Sea

The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the Ukrainian ambassador to Ankara regarding a series of ...

IndependentKyiv IndependentAug 30, 02:36 PM
Ukraine ambassador to Turkey summoned by Ankara after attacks on ships in Black Sea

Amid intensifying attacks in the Black Sea from both Ukraine and Russia, a Turkish-operated vessel was hit on Aug. 26 off the coast of Tuapse — a Russian port city with a large oil refinery that Ukraine frequently attacks with drones.