EU’s Red Sea Naval Mission Aspides Reports No Oil Spill on Greek Oil Tanker Sounion Despite Multiple Fires
ATHENS (Reuters) – The EU’s Red Sea naval mission Aspides revealed on Thursday that no oil spill has been detected on the Greek-flagged oil tanker Sounion in the Red Sea, despite ‘multiple fires’ on the main deck of the vessel.
Houthis Allow Towing of Sounion After Agreement
The Houthis announced on Wednesday that they have agreed to allow the towing of the Sounion, which has been engulfed in flames since Aug. 23.
The EU mission is prepared to “facilitate any courses of action” in coordination with European authorities and neighboring countries to prevent a potential environmental disaster.
Analysis:
The EU’s Red Sea naval mission Aspides has confirmed that the Greek oil tanker Sounion did not experience an oil spill despite the presence of multiple fires on its main deck. This news comes after the Houthis agreed to allow the towing of the vessel, which has been on fire since August 23. The EU mission is working closely with authorities and neighboring countries to prevent any potential environmental crisis. This situation highlights the importance of prompt and coordinated action in addressing maritime incidents to protect both the environment and global trade routes.