Sanctioned Tanker Leaks Crude Oil Off Oman Coast

A tanker grounded off the coast of Oman has been leaking crude oil into the sea, satellite images show. The leak is spreading in recent days from the sanctioned tanker, close to a marine protected area.

The Associated Press reviewed the satellite images and confirmed that the leak is indeed occurring. The location of the tanker is approximately off the coast of Oman, near a marine protected area.

The Oman government has not yet commented on the incident or taken any action to contain the spill.