Ankara summons Ukraine's ambassador over attack on Turkish vessel

Ukraine's Ambassador to Ankara Nariman Celal was summoned to the Turkish Foreign Ministry over an attack on a Turkish vessel in the Black Sea and another tugboat sent to tow it, according to TRT Haber, cited by Report.

It was noted that on August 26, a vessel owned by a Turkish company was attacked off the coast of Tuapse in the Black Sea. On August 27, another vessel sent to assist it was also targeted.

"During the meeting, Türkiye's protest over the attacks was conveyed to the Ukrainian side. The necessary warnings were issued regarding the need to ensure the safety of life and property, as well as maritime and environmental security in the Black Sea," a source in the Turkish Foreign Ministry said.