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Title: Container Ship 'Kappa' Aground Near Yeniköy: Traffic Resumed in Istanbul Strait Content: On April 28, 2026, the container vessel 'Kappa', while navigating from Novorossiysk to Kocaeli, encountered trouble and ran aground off the coast of Yeniköy in the Istanbul Strait during the early hours. Quick action led to the ship being refloated and subsequently anchored in the Küçükçekmece Anchorage Area, ensuring the safety of both the vessel and the maritime traffic. The Istanbul Vessel Traffic Services Center coordinated a rapid response, employing a Strait pilot alongside two specialized tugs, 'Kurtarma 6' and 'Kurtarma 8', along with the lifeboat 'KEGM-5'. Thanks to their efforts, the Strait reopened for navigational purposes at 7:50 a.m. on the same day. As of April 29, the 'Kappa' remained stationary at coordinates 40° 57' N 028° 47' E after dropping anchor. This event highlights the importance of prompt maritime responses in keeping waterways safe and navigable. For further details and visuals, check the report [here](https://x.com/kiyiemniyet/status/2048913449166549357).

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