A sanctions-hit tanker is leaking oil off the coast of Oman and the spill has spread in recent days, increasing concern about possible environmental damage to coastal areas, according to an analysis of satellite imagery and shipping specialists.
The oil spill, which is believed to have originated from a tanker in the shadow fleet, has been tracked by shipping experts and satellite imagery, with the spill spreading across a large area of the ocean. The exact cause of the leak is still unknown, but the incident has raised concerns about the potential impact on the local ecosystem and the need for swift action to mitigate the damage.