Tanker
'Sponge of the sea': Israeli researchers develop aerogel that captures, breaks down oil spills
BGU researchers created an aerogel that could capture oil spills while helping oil-eating bacteria degrade the pollutants.
Panama tanker carrying Iraqi fuel oil struck by drone in Iraqi waters
Saudi Arabia considers introducing cheaper insurance to increase shipping in Middle East - report
Two US tanker aircraft leave Bulgaria a month after deployment upset Iran
Lebanon energy minister blames fuel shortage on Syria smuggling
"The Syrian market's needs for gasoline drive Lebanese smugglers to sneak gasoline into Syria to achieve huge profits."
Iran blames Israel, US for Saviz cargo ship attack
The spokesman warned that Iran would "without any doubt" respond to the alleged attack, but added that Iran would not take any action until an investigation into the incident is completed.
Israel targeted some 12 tankers headed for Syria, US officials say -WSJ
Since 2019, Israel has been using naval weapons to strike vessels which were either Iranian or carried Iranian cargo as they made their way to Syria, according to the report.
Israel begins reopening some beaches damaged by ecological disaster
Regarding the rest of the country's beaches, the statement said that cleaning operations are still underway, and that the public should beware of going to polluted beaches.
Greenpeace: Iran eco-terror allegation 'reeks of election propaganda'
The practice of turning off tracking systems is commonly done by Iranian vessels to avoid detection for violating the trade embargo with Syria.
Over 70 tons of tar cleaned from Israel's beaches since oil spill
The country's northern beaches have proved harder to clean, due to their rockier terrain, which tar more easily clings to than sand.
Wildlife Hospital cleans, treats animals after ecological disaster - Watch
The cleaning of the tar is done using special oils. It is a lengthy process that requires patience and an especially gentle hand.
Iran tells S.Korea not to politicize seized vessel; demands $7 billion
Iran has denied allegations that the seizure of the tanker and its 20-member crew amounted to hostage taking, and said it was Seoul that was holding Iran's funds "hostage."
Iran’s IRGC seizes South Korean tanker in naval piracy
The IRGC also behaves more like a pirate navy than an actual navy, harassing ships, threatening others and sometimes outright stealing and hijacking vessels.
Seven men arrested over attempted tanker hijacking in English Channel
The SBS's closest equivalent in the United States is the SEAL Team Six, or Task Force Blue.
