
Fire on Decommissioned Supertanker Sparks Environmental Concerns at Turkish Shipyard
The supertanker Sloug, previously used for storage off Libya, caught fire while being dismantled at a Turkish yard on July 3. Firefighters battled the blaze, which raised concerns about hazardous materials onboard, including potential chemical waste. Protests have emerged, demanding an investigation into the dismantling process and safety measures.