Chinese Cargo Ship Runs Aground Near Sakhalin, No Spill Reported

A Chinese cargo ship, An Yang 2, has run aground near Sakhalin Island in Russia's Far East, prompting the regional governor to declare a high alert. The vessel, carrying 1,000 tons of coal and 700 tons of fuel oil, has 20 crew members on board, all reported safe. Bad weather conditions have hampered rescue efforts, but officials have stated that no fuel spillage has been detected so far. The governor, Valery Limarenko, indicated that preparations are being made to pump fuel out of the ship if necessary. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about maritime safety in the region, especially following a previous fuel spill earlier this year. Investigations into potential violations of maritime traffic safety rules have also been initiated.