A Libyan-led operation to tow the damaged Russian LNG carrier Arctic Metagaz has stalled due to severe weather, reported Denmark's Shipping Telegraph.

Authorities said attempts to tow the 2003-built vessel broke down on March 2 amid strong winds and high seas. A navigational warning advised ships to stay at least 10 nautical miles away and report sightings to the Libyan Search and Rescue Center.

The operation was halted again at April 2 when a deep low-pressure system brought wave heights of five metres and winds of 40 knots. Libya's National Oil Corporation said the tanker's path is being monitored around the clock to ensure maritime safety.

The Arctic Metagaz was attacked in the Mediterranean on March 3 by unmanned boats and drones, according to Russia's transport ministry. The Ukrainian government has not commented on the claim. Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said the vessel lost propulsion and power, causing a fire and gas explosion.

All 30 crew evacuated safely, though two sustained burns and received medical treatment before being flown to Russia. The incident left the tanker adrift with 100,000 cubic metres of LNG aboard, raising concerns over its fate as towing efforts remain stalled.