- Russia has issued a warning about significant environmental damage stemming from a large oil spill in the Black Sea.
- The spill occurred after two tankers were struck by a storm near Crimea on December 15, leading to a state of emergency.
- Authorities noted that the tankers were transporting 9,200 tonnes of fuel oil, with approximately 40% potentially spilled into the sea.
- Despite efforts by thousands of volunteers for cleanup, some scientists have expressed concerns about the adequacy of these measures.
- The situation remains critical, with ongoing assessments of the environmental impact, although the Kremlin announced that cleaned areas show no signs of recurring pollution.
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