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Mass oil spill in Persian Gulf closes beaches, Kursiv reports

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Summary

A large oil spill in the Persian Gulf has led to coastal pollution and the closure of beaches, Kursiv reports. Satellite monitoring shows the oil slick has spread over tens of kilometers, affecting the northern coast of the country, Kursiv adds. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment confirmed the incident last Friday and stated that cleanup operations are underway.

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Timeline

  1. Updated: new information was added. - The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment confirmed the incident last Friday. (developing) - Ras Al Khaimah closed all of its beaches on Saturday until further notice. (developing)

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  • Kursiv

    T2 · established media · company · international

  • The National

    T2 · established media · state media · international

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  2. Published: Version 1

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