Ukraine and Iran's foreign ministers spoke by phone on Tuesday regarding an attack. Kyiv stated its goal is to avoid unnecessary escalation after the incident. Iran had previously warned of unforeseen consequences following the Caspian Sea vessel strike. Ukraine emphasized its actions defend against Russian aggression, not target civilians. Both nations aim to prevent further provocations and support for Russia's war.

Iran accused Ukraine of attacking a merchant vessel in the Caspian Sea. One sailor died and another was injured in the Saturday morning incident. Ukraine's President Zelensky…

TEHRAN, July 26 — Iran accused Ukraine yesterday of attacking one of its merchant vessels in the Caspian Sea, killing a sailor and wounding another, and warned it would not…