Video online shows the crews of the Libyan tugs going back aboard the hulk in a risky move to reattach the towline. Malta’s AFM also told Malta Today that their overflights have shown a Libyan tug continuing to be in the area. Libya also reportedly does not have facilities to deal with the wreck, which has been abandoned by its Russian operators. Government officials in Malta previously said they have contingency plans if the wreck approaches the coast of Malta. It at times approached Malta and Italy’s islands before being driven by the wind and currents close to Libya.

Source: Libya Today April 01, 2026 19:59 UTC