Russia warns of severe environmental damage as oil from damaged tankers washes up on beaches

Russian officials warned of severe environmental damage as volunteers rushed to clean up a fuel oil spill in the Kerch Strait near Moscow-occupied Crimea, with over 71,000 tons of contaminated sand and soil removed along 56 kilometers of shoreline. President Vladimir Putin called the spill an “ecological disaster,” as wildlife rescue efforts continue and concerns are raised about inadequate state support for volunteers experiencing health issues from toxic fumes. The spill, which may have killed over 20 dolphins, highlights the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine over control of the strait, with Ukraine calling for additional sanctions on Russian tankers.

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