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Damaged Russian tanker Arctic Metagaz sails uncontrolled toward Malta amid fears
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A damaged Russian LNG carrier named *Arctic Metagaz* is currently sailing uncontrollably through the central and eastern parts of the Mediterranean Sea, heading directly for Maltese waters while carrying thousands of tons of liquefied natural gas (LNG). Authorities across Italy have issued urgent warnings to evacuate coastal areas due to fears that a collision with rocks could trigger an ecological catastrophe comparable in severity to previous oil spills.
Key Points
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1A Russian tanker named Arctic Metagaz is drifting uncontrolled in the Mediterranean Sea following an attack by drones.
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2The vessel, carrying hundreds of tons or thousands (depending on source translation) of LNG fuel and cargo, poses a severe risk due to its damaged state with multiple holes allowing gas leakage into water.
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3International concern has escalated as Italy and eight other nations have called for urgent EU measures following the incident between Malta's waters.
Developments
[Mar 17, Mar]
Russian tanker Arctic Metagaz drifting in Mediterranean; Moscow claims hundreds of tons of fuel on board while other sources cite thousands or unspecified amounts. Italy and eight nations urge EU to take urgent action.
[Mar 16, Mar]
Russian tanker Arctic Metagaz damaged by drones is drifting uncontrolled in the Mediterranean Sea between Malta's waters; authorities issued emergency warnings due to impending ecological disaster risks from LNG leakage.