Two luxury superyachts collided off the coast of Naples, Italy, on July 22. The 78-meter “Venus,” owned by Laurene Powell Jobs, widow of Apple founder Steve Jobs, and the 105-meter “Lady Moura,” owned by Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas, were involved in the incident. Both vessels, valued at $140 million and $125 million respectively, were anchored at the time of the collision, which was reportedly caused by strong winds. No major damage was reported, but the crews of both yachts are blaming each other for the mishap.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have been suspended, noting that while communication channels remain open, “it would be more accurate to say there has been a pause.”
Peskov accused European countries of obstructing dialogue but insisted Moscow remains ready for negotiations.
Russia and Ukraine held three rounds of direct talks this year in Istanbul, leading to prisoner exchanges but little progress toward ending the war.
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