The situation is becoming critical in the Mediterranean Sea: the Russian tanker Arctic Metagaz, hit on March 3, is drifting without propulsion and risks reaching the shores of Italy.
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The Russian tanker Arctic Metagaz, severely damaged after an alleged drone attack, is adrift in the Mediterranean Sea, between Italy and Malta, raising serious pollution fears. The vessel carries approximately 900 tons of diesel and over 60,000 tons of liquefied natural gas, considered extremely dangerous. The incident occurred on March 3, and the 30-member crew was evacuated, with some suffering burns. Russia accuses Ukraine of the attack, labeling it a terrorist act.
The tanker has lost propulsion and navigation, and Italian officials warn that changes in wind could drive the vessel towards the shores of Italy, describing the situation as a "ticking time bomb." Italy and Malta are monitoring the situation, preparing anti-pollution equipment. The responsibility for the salvage lies with the owning Russian company, but contact with them has not been established. Environmental organizations warn that a leak could have devastating consequences for biodiversity and the local economy, affecting fishing and tourism.
The tanker has lost propulsion and navigation, and Italian officials warn that changes in wind could drive the vessel towards the shores of Italy, describing the situation as a "ticking time bomb." Italy and Malta are monitoring the situation, preparing anti-pollution equipment. The responsibility for the salvage lies with the owning Russian company, but contact with them has not been established. Environmental organizations warn that a leak could have devastating consequences for biodiversity and the local economy, affecting fishing and tourism.
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