US-Iran War: Tanker Explosion Off Kuwait Coast Triggers Massive Oil Spill Amid Gulf Tensions
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Mar 05, 2026, 14:00 IST | Updated: Mar 05, 2026, 14:00 IST
A tanker anchored off the coast of Kuwait was hit by a large explosion, causing an oil spill into Gulf waters, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) advisory. The blast occurred roughly **60 km southeast of Mubarak Al‑Kabeer Port in the Persian Gulf, raising concerns about environmental damage and shipping safety as the US‑Iran‑Israel war continues to disrupt maritime activity.
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