Five EU leaders seek urgent solution for drifting Russian tanker to avoid environmental catastrophe
Summary
Five southern European countries are seeking help to manage an unmanned Russian tanker drifting in the Mediterranean, which poses a serious environmental risk. The tanker, carrying liquefied natural gas, was damaged in a suspected attack and could lead to an ecological disaster if not handled quickly.Key Facts
- Five European nations (Italy, Spain, Malta, Greece, and Cyprus) wrote to the European Commission seeking urgent help.
- The Russian tanker, Arctic Metagaz, is drifting in the Mediterranean Sea.
- The tanker carries liquefied natural gas and was damaged in a suspected drone attack.
- It is part of Russia's "shadow fleet," transporting fuels under sanctions.
- The leaders warned of a possible ecological disaster if the tanker explodes.
- Malta has restricted access by banning entry within 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) of the tanker.
- The leaders are pushing for a fast response at the European Council meeting.
- Crew members survived but the tanker is now without a crew and holds explosive cargo.
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