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flag An oil tanker exploded 60 km off Kuwait’s coast on March 4, 2026, spilling oil into the Persian Gulf amid regional tensions.

flag A large explosion occurred on an oil tanker anchored about 60 kilometers off Kuwait’s coast near Mubarak Al-Kabeer on March 4, 2026, causing an oil spill from a cargo tank, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations. flag The tanker’s master reported hearing the blast and seeing a small craft depart the scene. flag No injuries or fires were reported, and all crew members are safe. flag The incident took place outside Kuwaiti territorial waters amid escalating regional tensions following U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliation. flag Oil is leaking into the Persian Gulf, raising environmental concerns, and the cause remains under investigation. flag The situation is being monitored by international authorities, with heightened security warnings issued for ships in the area.

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