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In a notable maritime incident, three tankers affiliated with the shadow fleet were targeted by drones on May 27/28, 2026, while navigating the Black Sea. The 'James II' (IMO: 9253909), which was actively sailing at the time, reportedly sustained damages from the assault. Meanwhile, two other tankers, the 'Altura' (IMO: 9292199), carrying an extensive load of 140,000 tons of crude oil, and the 'Velora', were anchored approximately 14 miles off the Turkish coastline at coordinates 41° 39' N 028° 34' E, but the drone strikes did not result in explosions. Both vessels were in the process of conducting an STS transfer near Kilyos, located north of Istanbul, when the attacks occurred, necessitating their evacuation. The 'Altura' had previously transited the Bosphorus Strait on March 16 and has been docked since March 27, while the 'Velora' transited the Strait on April 7, remaining stationary near Yenikoy following its arrival. To provide assistance, Coastal Safety lifeboats were deployed to the location of the incident. Fortunately, all crew members aboard the affected tankers were reported to be in good health. Registration details indicate that both the 'Velora' and 'Altura' are flagged under Sierra Leone, although it should be noted that the flag of the 'Altura' has been identified as false since November 2025. The management of the tankers is carried out by companies based in Turkey, and they are currently under sanctions imposed by the UK and EU. Notably, the 'Altura' had previously experienced damage during an attack on March 26. Additionally, the 'Velora' is subject to a range of sanctions from several jurisdictions, including Ukraine, the EU, the UK, Switzerland, and Canada, due to its connections with the Russian shadow fleet. For visual context, see the related footage and images here: [Video 1](https://x.com/bayraktar_1love/status/2059995405362811355) and [Video 2](https://x.com/HaberDenizde/status/2059975433550966912).

In a shocking maritime incident, the tanker 'Altura', with a crew of 27 Turkish nationals onboard, was targeted by drones on March 26, 2026, around 12:30 a.m. The vessel, departing from the Russian port of Novorossiysk and carrying a significant oil cargo of 140,000 tons, was struck approximately 14 nautical miles from the Bosphorus entrance, not far from Istanbul. The drone attack resulted in notable damage to the ship's bridge and engine room, with an explosion reported during the assault. The captain promptly issued a distress call, indicating a dire situation onboard, including critical system failures and flooding in the engine room. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among the crew. The 'Altura' began its drift at 3:50 p.m. UTC the day before, and by the time the tugboats responded at 11:17 p.m. on March 26, the vessel's Automatic Identification System (AIS) was updated to reflect its status as 'Not Under Command.' At that time, the tanker was drifting at a slow pace of 0.2 knots and had a draught of 15.9 meters. Emergency response was swift, with the tugs 'Kurtarma 11' (IMO: 9854399) and 'Kurtarma 12' (IMO: 9854404), along with the Turkish Coastguard's lifeboat 'Kıyı Emniyeti 5', dispatched to assist in the situation. The 'Altura' has been associated with the Russian shadow fleet and has been under European Union sanctions since October 24, 2025. Additional sanctions from Switzerland, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom followed in December 2025 and February 2026 respectively. The tanker, registered under the Sierra Leone flag, is managed by Turkey’s Pergamon Denizcilik Isletmeleri and owned by Sea Grace Shipping, based in St Kitts & Nevis. This vessel is known for its contentious past, having changed ownership multiple times and previously operated under the name 'Besiktas Dardanelles' before being rebranded in 2024. Despite the sanctions placed on Russia, the 'Altura' continues to transport fuel from the nation, reflecting its defiance of the international embargo. For more insights and to view footage of the incident, visit: [Video Link](https://www.instagram.com/p/DWV4F9WjJ6G/)

On November 30, 2016, at 06:43 AM, the tanker 'Beşiktaş Bosphorus' experienced a collision with the freighter 'Chryssi' at the northern entrance of the Dardanelles in the Marmara Sea. At the time of the incident, the 'Beşiktaş Bosphorus' was anchored since November 24, waiting for transit after departing from Rotterdam and transporting a substantial cargo of 140,000 tons of oil. Meanwhile, the 'Chryssi,' which had been moored since November 22, was navigating southward as it approached the strait. Despite warnings from the master of the anchored tanker and the Traffic Control Center highlighting the dangerous trajectory of the 'Chryssi,' their alerts went unheeded. The 'Beşiktaş Bosphorus' sustained minor damage on its port side, including the bridge wing. The rescue boat 'Kegm 2' was dispatched for assistance. For further details, you can check the Turkish reports with photos: [denizhaber.com.tr](http://www.denizhaber.com.tr/mt-besiktas-bosphorus-kaptaninin-ongorusu-faciayi-onledi-haber-71192.htm) and [okuhaber.com](http://www.okuhaber.com/gundem/canakkale-bogazi-nda-iki-gunde-ikinci-tehlikeli-gemi-kazasi-h3129.html).