Vessel Drifting Near Istanbul Causes Traffic Suspension

A vessel traveling from Russia toward Kocaeli nearly struck land near the Yeni Köy area of the Bosphorus. The ship managed to stop meters before impact. Rescue operations are currently underway with teams from the Directorate General of Coastal Safety deployed to the region. No negative casualties or immediate damage have been reported following the incident. The 147-meter cargo ship KAPPA ran aground near Yeniköy in Istanbul's Sarıyer district following a steering failure. The vessel was en route from Russia to Kocaelı when it drifted toward the shore. Maritime authorities have suspended two-way ship traffic in the strait due to security concerns. No fuel leaks have been reported from the vessel at this time. Coast Guard officials announced the situation before the ship could complete its passage through the Bosphorus. The vessel's rudder failed, causing it to drift near Yeni Köyü. Two-way maritime traffic in the Bosphorus has been suspended for security reasons, though no fuel leaks are reported. The vessel drifted toward a residential section containing waterfront mansions (yalıs).