Russia says ‘terrorist attack’ behind cargo ship sinking in Mediterranean Sea

Russia says ‘terrorist attack’ behind cargo ship sinking in Mediterranean Sea

[South China Morning Post] - 12/26/2024

Ursa Major’s owner said three explosions took place on the vessel before it went down in international waters off Spain.



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