Turkiye launches search after cargo vessels collide off Istanbul
Turkiye has launched a search and rescue operation after two Turkish-flagged commercial vessels collided in the Marmara Sea off Istanbul. Authorities said contact was lost with 10 crew members aboard one of the ships after the incident, which took place in the early hours of Wednesday. The collision happened south of Silivri, a suburb on the western edge of Istanbul, and prompted an immediate response from the coastguard.The Istanbul governor's office said the collision occurred at about 3am local time, or 00:00 GMT, more than 20 miles, or 32 kilometres, south of Silivri. It said contact was lost with the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 08:30 LONDON
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Iran fisherwoman says war has disrupted life and livelihoods on Hengam Island
An Iranian fisherwoman on Hengam Island has described how the war between the United States and Israel and Iran has disrupted daily life, fishing and tourism on the southern island. Khadijeh Bandari said the bombing campaign shattered what she called an ordinary seaside routine built around fishing, a small guesthouse and a restaurant. Her account points to the wider civilian and economic impact of the conflict beyond military targets.Bandari said she and her family sold fish through an Instagram page and delivered it to cities across Iran, while also serving tourists at a seaside restaurant. She said the business was... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 02 Sep 2026 08:00 LONDON
