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In a troubling incident reported on July 19, 2026, the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) terminal off Russia’s Black Sea coast experienced attacks on two tankers, the 'Asia' (IMO: 9905318) and the 'Nissos Ios'. The attacks occurred during the critical loading operations, prompting an immediate suspension of oil loadings. During the chaos, the 'Asia' was set ablaze, but fortunately, the fire was extinguished without any injuries or fatalities reported among CPC personnel or contractors. Remarkably, there was no oil spill, and both tankers remained afloat. The energy ministry of Kazakhstan assured that the Single Point Mooring (SPM) facilities, specifically SPM-1 and SPM-3, sustained no damage during the attacks. As a precaution, crude oil loading operations were halted to allow for a comprehensive assessment of the situation. Just a day later, on July 20, the tanker 'Nelsa' (IMO: 9408205) faced a similar fate, as it was struck by a projectile which impacted between the superstructure and the engine room. This incident resulted in a substantial fire, necessitating the emergency evacuation of the 22 crew members onto CPC tugs. It took teams several hours to bring the blaze under control. Notably, the 'Nelsa' had previously been sanctioned by the UK in 2024 and the EU in 2025 due to its involvement in the Russian oil trade. The ongoing situation at the CPC terminal raises significant concerns about maritime safety and security in the region.