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Oil Pollution Funds Refuse Cleanup as Spill Spreads

8/15/2026

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  • Ambrey launched an effort for tanker Caroline Bezengi, carrying 800,000 barrels of crude.
  • Vessel ran aground on 30 June near Hallaniyat Islands after an explosion.
  • Satellite images show slick grew from 45 sq km in July to 1,300 sq km by August.
  • Fog limited work on vessels, aircraft and crews with 100 tons of equipment sent to site.
  • The Oil Pollution Compensation Funds will not fund cleanup, leading to warnings the window has closed.