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Ferry Sinks at Kavkaz Port After Ukrainian Strike, Kerch Crossing Closed

Aug 23, 2024, 08:57 AM

A ferry named 'Conro Trader' sank in the waters of the port of Kavkaz following a Ukrainian missile strike, according to the operational headquarters of Kuban. The ferry, which was carrying 30 fuel tanks and up to 5 crew members, suffered significant damage leading to its sinking. The Russian Ministry of Transport has announced that the Kerch ferry crossing, which connects Crimea with mainland Russia, is temporarily closed due to the damage. Satellite images reveal substantial infrastructure damage at the Kavkaz port, and the ferry service is suspended until further notice.