Satellite images reveal massive oil spill near Iran's Kharg Island
🔴 Tension RisingMathrubhumi English2026-05-09
A massive oil spill has occurred near Iran's Kharg Island, exacerbated by the US blockade that is choking Tehran's oil trade and pushing its storage capacity to the brink. This environmental disaster threatens the Persian Gulf ecosystems and desalination plants. Analysts predict Iran's crude storage could deplete within 12-22 days if the blockade persists, driving oil prices near $100 a barrel.