A fire erupted in the engine room of the Koh Charoen-2 ferry, which was en route from Surat Thani province to Koh Tao Island in Thailand. Passengers took refuge at the front of the ferry as flames quickly spread, causing panic and prompting some passengers to jump into the sea. Surrounding boats provided initial aid, rescuing 97 passengers and 11 crew members. The fire, which occurred just before the ferry’s destination, was brought under control, preventing a major disaster. Emergency teams transported affected passengers to the hospital, and the Thai Coast Guard towed the ferry to shore for investigation.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the recent peace talks in Istanbul have brought a new dimension to diplomatic efforts on Ukraine and proposed a leaders’ summit hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. “A summit with leaders from Russia, Ukraine, and the US could help achieve a long-term ceasefire,” he said.
Speaking at a joint press conference in Kyiv with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, Fidan emphasized Türkiye’s ongoing diplomatic efforts, stating that President Erdoğan has been working actively since the war began. He added that talks in Istanbul on May 16 led to concrete results, including a prisoner swap.
Fidan shared insights from his prior visit to Moscow and said Russia is open to further talks on June 2. He stressed the importance of continuing momentum and involving international actors to build common ground for peace.
Fidan is also scheduled to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Andriy Yermak, Rustem Umerov, and representatives of the Crimean Tatar and Gagauz Turkish communities.
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