Turkish fishing boat sinks after Black Sea attack, one dead

A Turkish-flagged fishing vessel sank in the Black Sea on Friday after an attack, resulting in the death of one crew member and injuries to four others, according to the Turkish Coast Guard Command.

The vessel, identified as the Duru 67, was operating west of Sevastopol in Crimea when it was attacked and sustained serious damage. A nearby Turkish fishing trawler, the Burak Kaya, rescued the five wounded sailors from the water as their vessel sank. One of the rescued mariners, who was in critical condition, succumbed to his wounds while the Burak Kaya was en route to the Turkish port of Inebolu.

Following a distress call, a Turkish Coast Guard vessel carrying a medical team intercepted the Burak Kaya approximately 115 nautical miles north of Inebolu. The deceased sailor and the four survivors were transferred aboard for medical treatment. Officials later confirmed the injured men suffered extensive shrapnel wounds. After a return voyage, they were transported to a hospital in Kastamonu province for further care.

The Coast Guard statement did not identify the perpetrator of the strike or provide details on the weaponry used. There was no immediate claim of responsibility.