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Arctic Metagaz Tanker Explodes Amid Tensions; Crew Rescued

3/3/2026

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The Arctic Metagaz gas tanker exploded early Tuesday morning between Malta and Libya, likely from enemy fire.
The Armed Forces of Malta deployed an aircraft for rescue operations.
The crew was located on a lifeboat.
The vessel remains under United States and United Kingdom sanctions and had deactivated its identification system.
Opposition leader Alex Borg spoke with Abela, urging unity, and Camilleri said authorities monitor and coordinate internationally.

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The Arctic Metagaz gas tanker exploded early Tuesday morning between Malta and Libya, likely from enemy fire.
The Armed Forces of Malta deployed an aircraft for rescue operations.
The crew was located on a lifeboat.
The vessel remains under United States and United Kingdom sanctions and had deactivated its identification system.
Opposition leader Alex Borg spoke with Abela, urging unity, and Camilleri said authorities monitor and coordinate internationally.