Ship Traffic Suspended in Istanbul’s Bosphorus Strait Due to Fog

ISTANBUL: Ship traffic in Istanbul’s Bosphorus Strait has been temporarily suspended due to fog, leading to reduced visibility, according to the Turkish Ministry of Transport and Communications. The suspension was announced on Monday, impacting the passage of vessels through this critical waterway.

According to Kuwait News Agency, the Bosphorus Strait serves as a vital sea route, linking the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara while separating the continents of Asia and Europe. This strait is a significant passage for ships, and interruptions such as this can have wide-ranging implications for maritime traffic in the region. The Ministry has not specified when normal operations will resume, but it is closely monitoring weather conditions to ensure safety.

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