Stories from Gelendzhik · Russia

A fuel oil spill covering approximately 10,000 square meters is reportedly drifting toward Vladimir Putin's residence at Cape Idokopas in Gelendzhik. Former head of Rusprimnadzor Gennady Nishchenko stated that toxic black smoke from the incident is being dispersed by the wind. Media reports indicate the oil slick is moving toward the palace area. The extent of the environmental damage and the source of the spill remain unclear.