Oman says the oil spill from a grounded tanker has reached its coastline

Oil leaking from a tanker grounded off the coast of Oman has not only endangered a nearby island but has now reached beaches on the country's mainland, according to Oman’s environment authority. The tanker, Caroline Bezengi, a sanctioned vessel believed to be part of Russia’s “shadow fleet,” is leaking crude oil after an explosion in June, causing a spill that is spreading quickly.

The contamination has affected a marine protected area near Qabiliyah Island and has now reached the beaches of Ras Madrakah, some 200 kilometers to the north. Authorities warn that the southern coasts of Masirah Island may also be impacted in the coming hours.

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