Iran / Middle East theater · Naval
Arabian Sea Bird and Turtle Habitat Threatened by Oil From Grounded Tanker
A tanker carrying Russian crude oil bound for India has grounded in the Strait of Hormuz, causing an oil spill that threatens bird and turtle habitats in the Arabian Sea, according to the NY Times.
Why it matters
The spill adds to existing environmental damage in the region, where tankers and oil facilities have been attacked, as reported by the NY Times.
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