Oman Struggles to Contain Massive Oil Spill from Stricken Tanker A tanker carrying oil for Asia has been leaking for weeks off Oman's southern coast, raising questions about the world's reliance on high stakes shipping and sanctions busting.
The Caroline Bezengi, part of Russia's "shadow fleet," has been stuck near al Qibliyyah Island since early June after an explosion compromised its integrity.
The tanker sails under a flag of convenience, exploiting loopholes in international law to circumvent trade restrictions. Moscow's strategy is not new; it has long used this tactic to keep critical cargo flowing.