r/worldnews 13d ago

Two Russian tankers carrying tonnes of fuel oil break in half and start sinking near Kerch Strait Russia/Ukraine

https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/12/15/7489168/
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u/JPolReader 13d ago

Later reports revealed that another tanker, Volgoneft-239, sank after the Volgoneft-212. Its hull also broke into two parts, reportedly due to being struck by a wave.

The writers of real life need to stop copying comedians and get their own material.

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u/ZeldenGM 13d ago

There's clearly a lack of sea-worthy vessels available as they're using river tankers for ocean transport (with predictable consequences)

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u/Viscount61 13d ago

Break-apart envy.