A Russian liquefied natural gas tanker, the Arctic Metagaz, has sunk in the Mediterranean Sea. The ship caught fire after explosions. Libyan port officials confirmed the sinking between Libya and Malta.
Russia has stated that Ukraine was responsible for the attack. According to Russia, Ukrainian uncrewed sea drones struck the tanker. These drones were reportedly launched from the Libyan coast.
The Ukrainian state security service, known as the SBU, has not made any public comments regarding the incident or the accusations.
The exact cause and extent of the damage leading to the sinking are still under investigation by Russian authorities.
This incident highlights ongoing tensions and potential maritime security risks in the region.