Container Ship Collides with Tanker Near UK Coast Captained by Russian National
- On Monday morning, a container ship named Solong collided with the American-flagged tanker Stena Immaculate, causing a large explosion and fire in the Humber estuary off the UK coast.
- Thirty-Two individuals were rescued following the collision, with one crew member from the Solong reported missing.
- Foul play has not been ruled out by a White House source, as the incident involved a jet fuel-carrying tanker and raised ecological concerns.
- Maritime officials are investigating the collision, and the Prime Minister's spokesperson called the situation 'extremely concerning'.
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