Russia says two missing after cargo ship sinks in Mediterranean
Ursa Major sank after explosion in the engine room, 14 of 16 crew members rescued, Russian Foreign Ministry says.
www.aljazeera.comI don’t have access to live news sources right now. Based on recent reporting up to late 2024, there have been several high-profile incidents involving Russian cargo ships sinking in the Mediterranean, with details sometimes evolving about cause and casualties.
What you asked for: latest news about a Russian ship sinking.
- There have been multiple incidents in 2024 where a Russian-flagged cargo vessel sank in the Mediterranean after an onboard explosion or other distress, with a small number of crew missing or rescued. Specific ships repeatedly cited include URSA Major, tied to Oboronlogistika; updates often mention rescue operations by local authorities and Russian statements about missing crew [sources vary by outlet, late-December 2024 coverage].
- Because reports have differed on causes (engine-room explosion, potential external factors, or deliberate acts), it’s common for authorities to release casualty figures that change as search-and-rescue efforts continue. Expect updates from maritime rescue agencies and the Russian Foreign Ministry as new information becomes available.
If you want, I can:
- Narrow to a specific incident (e.g., URSA Major) and summarize the timeline and confirmed details.
- Monitor for new developments and provide a concise, sourced update when you specify a date range.