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Five Azerbaijani Seafarers Killed as Ukraine Attacks Cargo Ships

Five Azerbaijani seafarers were killed and between three and six injured in attacks on commercial shipping around the Sea of Azov shortly after midnight on June 5. Ukrainian officials confirmed striking five ships accused of operating as part of the Russian shadow fleet. The Armed Forces of Ukraine asserted the vessels were sailing with names painted out and radar turned off, transporting stolen grain and military cargo. Azerbaijan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed five deaths, with 25 citizens aboard two cargo ships: the Natra (3,332 dwt) and the Circon (4,900 dwt).