The Fehu: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

In a significant escalation of maritime tensions, between August 17 and 18, 2026, reports surfaced of drone attacks on five cargo vessels in or around Novorossiysk. The incident saw the 'Anna S' abandoned after catching fire, while the Russian Ministry of Defense announced strikes involving at least four ships. Notable among the damaged vessels was the 'Fehu', which is managed from the UAE and flies the flag of the Marshall Islands while loading in Novorossiysk. Another affected ship, the Russian-flagged 'Victoria V', was nearing Novorossiysk when it was attacked. Additionally, the Turkish-flagged cargo ship 'Necibe', registered in San Marino, came under fire while loading wheat in Tuapse. The 'Dream' also faced drone strikes in the vicinity of Novorossiysk. This alarming development underscores the escalating risks threatening commercial vessels and civilian seafarers operating in the volatile Black Sea region.