Türkiye has begun towing the vessel damaged in a recent explosion.

Officials said the operation to move the ship to a safe location started on November 29 at 17:45 (GMT+3). The vessel is expected to reach Türkiye on December 1 at around 13:00, The Caspian Post informs via local media.

Authorities emphasized that the entire process is fully under control, assuring that the towing operation is proceeding safely and according to plan.