Iranian Drone Attack Damages Kuwaiti Oil Tanker in Dubai Port

An Iranian drone strike targeted the Kuwaiti oil tanker Al Salmi while it was anchored at Dubai's port, causing damage to the vessel's hull and igniting a fire onboard. The Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) confirmed the incident, noting that the tanker was fully loaded at the time, raising concerns about a potential oil spill in the surrounding waters.

Dubai authorities reported that the fire was extinguished without any injuries or oil leakage. All 24 crew members aboard the Al Salmi were reported safe.

This attack is part of a series of assaults on merchant vessels in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz since the U.S. and Israel initiated military actions against Iran on February 28. The ongoing conflict has led to significant disruptions in global oil markets, with Brent crude prices rising above $106 per barrel and U.S. gasoline prices exceeding $4 per gallon.

In response to the escalating situation, U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened further military action targeting Iran's oil export infrastructure if a resolution is not reached promptly.