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Two Russian tankers, Volgoneft-212 and Volgoneft-239, sank in the Kerch Strait during a storm, spilling thousands of tonnes of oil into the Black Sea. The incident has raised concerns over environmental damage and prompted calls for stricter sanctions against Russia's aging oil fleet. One crew member died, and several others were rescued.
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An oil spill occurred in the Kerch Strait after two tankers, Volgoneft 212 and Volgoneft 239, were damaged in a storm. Preliminary estimates suggest that up to 3,700 tons of mazut leaked into the sea, prompting environmental concerns and cleanup efforts in the region.
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A significant oil spill occurred in the Black Sea after two Russian tankers, Volgoneft-212 and Volgoneft-239, were damaged during a storm on December 15. The spill has polluted approximately 55 kilometers of coastline, prompting a criminal investigation and widespread volunteer cleanup efforts amid criticism of government response.