Russian Missile Strikes Civilian Vessel in Black Sea

A civilian vessel carrying grain from Ukraine, destined for Egypt, was hit by a Russian missile in the Black Sea after it had left Ukrainian waters, according to a statement by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

A civilian vessel carrying grain from Ukraine, which had already left Ukrainian waters in the Black Sea, was struck by a Russian missile on Thursday, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reported.

The vessel was heading towards Egypt when it was hit, escalating tensions in the region.

Details about the damage and any casualties remain sparse as the situation unfolds.

(With inputs from agencies.)