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Second Suspected Oil Slick Near Iran Raises Disaster Fears
Reports of a second suspected oil slick near Iran's Kharg Island have raised fears of a major environmental disaster in a vital global oil corridor. Iran has denied these claims, which come amid concerns about its crude industry under US blockade.
10 May, 12:48 — 10 May, 23:23
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Second suspected oil slick near Iran raises fears of major disaster in vital global oil corridor
Maritime intelligence firm detects a second suspected oil slick near Iran's Kharg Island as a larger spill moves toward Saudi Arabian waters.
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Second suspected oil slick near Iran raises fears of major disaster in vital global oil corridor
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Oil slick near Kharg Island? Iran's crude industry at breaking point amid US blockade
An oil spill near Iran's Kharg Island, the country's primary oil export hub, has raised concerns amid a US naval blockade. Satellite images show a significant oil slick, potentially amounting to 3,000 barrels lost. This incident occurs as Iran faces a storage crisis due to the blockade, with capacity nearing its limit.
By TOI BUSINESS DESK
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First report: Times of India · 10 May, 12:48|Full coverage: 4 · 11h|Window: 11h
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