The Volgoneft 212 and Volgoneft 239 vessels were damaged during a heavy storm, discharging 3,700 tons of low-grade fuel oil into the Kerch Strait, emphasizing the risks associated with aging ships in the shadow fleet.
Greenpeace Ukraine has warned of an 'environmental catastrophe' in the Kerch Strait as the region has suffered severe ecological damage from previous oil spills, highlighting the urgent need for monitoring and preventive measures.
Using the shadow fleet, which consists largely of aging vessels, Russia circumvents Western sanctions, raising concerns about the safety and environmental risks these ships pose as they continue trading oil.
As of last month, 206 out of 369 vessels exporting Russian crude oil were classified as shadow tankers, underscoring the significant role they play within Russia's oil trade amidst international sanctions.
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