2X MORE Oil Than ENTIRE Saudi, DISCOVERED in Antarctica, But WHO OWNS IT? #shorts

Episode Title: 2X MORE Oil Than ENTIRE Saudi, DISCOVERED in Antarctica, But WHO OWNS IT? #shorts
Produced by: FactTechz
Description: Recently, there have been reports that Russian scientific teams discovered a massive oil reserve under the Weddell Sea in Antarctica. The estimated size of this reserve is around 511 billion barrels, which is larger than the known oil reserves of countries like Saudi Arabia or regions like the North Sea. This discovery lies in an area claimed by the UK, Argentina, and Chile, creating possible geopolitical tensions. However, the Antarctic Treaty of 1959 strictly bans any extraction of natural resources and designates the continent for peaceful and scientific purposes only. Some experts believe Russia’s detailed seismic research could be preparation for future drilling, challenging the treaty’s terms. Others see it as part of broader geopolitical strategies, especially as cooperation between Russia and China increases in Antarctica. Officially, Russia and other involved governments state that the activities are purely scientific, and no drilling is planned yet. However, many environmentalists and international law experts fear that this situation might test global agreements meant to keep Antarctica protected from commercial exploitation. Overall, the news raises concerns about environmental protection, treaty violations, and future geopolitical competition over Antarctica’s hidden natural resources. Subscribe for more educational content and unlock knowledge every day with FactTechz!


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