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The Turkish Coast Guard announced a temporary halt to shipping traffic in the Bosphorus in both directions due to a malfunction in a cargo ship's engine. This decision comes at a critical time as the strait is one of the world's most important maritime passages.
The Turkish Coast Guard announced on Friday the suspension of navigation in the Bosphorus Strait in both directions due to a malfunction in the engine of the ship 'Trakhaound', which flies the Barbadian flag. This decision follows the detection of the malfunction that affected the ship's ability to sail.
The Turkish oil tanker 'Altura' was attacked in the Black Sea, raising significant concerns about navigation security in vital corridors near the Bosphorus Strait. This incident occurs at a sensitive time that necessitates enhanced security measures.