The Suppressed Report and the Danger to Billions: Eilat's Black Horror Scenario Revealed
An inter-ministerial team determined that Israel is currently not prepared for a large-scale oil spill, but the government adopted a recommendation to cancel the 'zero additional risk' policy. Professional factors warn of damage to Eilat…
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A government-commissioned report warns Israel is unprepared for a major oil spill, yet the cabinet has moved to scrap the 'zero additional risk' policy. Environmental and economic stakes are high for Eilat and Ashkelon, but the pipeline operator disputes the findings. The gap between professional warnings and political action now demands scrutiny.