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Türkiye· IstanbulShip Traffic Suspended in Istanbul Strait Due to Engine Failure
Ship traffic in the Istanbul Strait was suspended after the Malta-flagged tanker Ivyan, carrying vegetable oil, suffered engine failure and anchored off Kanlica.
Background
The Istanbul Strait, a critical international waterway, connects the Black Sea to the Mediterranean. It is one of the world's busiest maritime passages, handling significant commercial and oil tanker traffic daily. Incidents like engine failures can disrupt global shipping and trade.
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Ship Traffic Suspended in Istanbul Strait Due to Engine Failure
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Reports detail the incident of the tanker's engine failure, the suspension of ship traffic, and the deployment of a rescue team.
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