Oil spill from sanctioned tanker Caroline Bizenji sparks environmental threat off Oman
Satellite images show the sanctioned tanker Caroline Bizenji leaking oil off Oman’s coast, raising fears of a growing environmental disaster.
Satellite imagery has uncovered a leaking oil tanker off the coast of Oman, sparking concerns over a potential environmental catastrophe. The vessel, named Caroline Bizenji, is believed to be part of Russia's "shadow fleet" and has been subject to sanctions by the UK and European Union. The tanker, which carries nearly one million barrels of crude, ran aground on Qibliyah Island in southwestern Oman two months ago.
An explosion on board the ship was reported on June 8, leading to a rapid leak of oil that has now reached the shores. According to the Dutch organization PAX, the spill has affected around 800 square kilometers, with Greenpeace reporting a significant increase in the spill, warning of the vessel's deteriorating condition. The oil slick expanded from 45 to 600 square kilometers within two weeks, raising alarm over the imminent risk of an unprecedented oil disaster.
Oman's government has acknowledged the incident but has not provided details on rescue and containment operations.
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