A major environmental disaster was averted after the successful salvage of the Greek-registered tanker MT Sounion, attacked by Houthi militants in the Red Sea. The vessel, carrying 150,000 tonnes of crude oil, was struck by missiles and drones, sparking fears of a catastrophic oil spill. Greek-led efforts and international collaboration ensured the safe removal of the cargo and extinguished the threat.
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A high-risk salvage operation to recover the Greek-registered tanker "Sounion," attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, is set to resume this week. The vessel, which carries one million barrels of crude oil, poses a significant environmental risk if it leaks. The EU's naval mission, Aspides, will oversee the delicate operation, with support from French and Greek frigates.
A Greek oil tanker, the MV Sounion, has been attacked by Yemeni Houthis in the Red Sea, leading to a significant oil leak and potential environmental disaster. The vessel, carrying 150,000 tonnes of crude oil, was immobilized and is currently on fire, raising concerns over its impact on navigation and the environment. The situation has been exacerbated by ongoing threats from Houthi rebels, complicating salvage efforts.
On Thursday, EUNAVFOR ASPIDES successfully neutralized a threat from an unmanned surface vehicle targeting the Greek-flagged tanker *Sounion* in the southern Red Sea. The crew, who had abandoned the vessel, were safely rescued. The operation highlights the EU mission's commitment to maritime security and the protection of international navigation.
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