The movement of ships in the Bosphorus was stopped due to the breakdown of the tanker

The DHA reported that the movement of ships in the Bosphorus was temporarily stopped in both directions. The cause was an engine failure at the Maltese chemical tanker IVYAN, which was en route from Bulgaria to Italy.

According to the agency, the incident occurred at about 19:10 local time, which coincides with Moscow. The vessel with a length of 107 meters due to engine failure anchored near the Kanlydzha area.

Coast Guard boats and several rescue tugs were sent to the scene. Specialists have already begun work to assist the ship. As specified by the Agency, the tanker drifted near the area of Kanlija, after which traffic in the strait and suspended in both directions.

Earlier it was reported that the drone attacked a tanker off the coast of Oman.