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What Is Driving The Oil Spill Spreading Off Oman

Omani authorities said the oil has reached the mainland, affecting about 25 miles of the Ras Madrakah coastline, more than 120 miles from the tanker

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A massive oil spill from the stranded tanker Caroline Bezengi off Oman has expanded to an estimated 500 square miles, Greenpeace told CNN, raising concerns about severe environmental damage in the Arabian Sea.

Omani authorities said the oil has reached the mainland, affecting about 25 miles of the Ras Madrakah coastline, more than 120 miles from the tanker. Officials have urged residents to avoid fishing in affected areas and said seafood would be tested for contamination.

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According to CNN, international salvage teams are working to contain the spill, but seasonal monsoon conditions are complicating operations. The tanker was carrying roughly 800,000 barrels of oil and is believed to be linked to Russia’s sanctioned shadow fleet.

The cause of the incident remains unclear. Greenpeace warned that oil reaching coastal sediments could cause lasting damage to coral reefs, seagrass, wildlife and fishing communities, while also raising questions over liability for cleanup costs.

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