A Kuwait-flagged oil tanker carrying around two million barrels of crude oil was hit by a drone near Dubai early Tuesday, triggering a fire but causing no injuries or oil spill.
Tanker Hit Near Dubai
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) confirmed that the tanker Al-Salmi was struck while anchored at Dubai Port’s anchorage area.
The vessel was carrying about:
- 1.2 million barrels from Saudi Arabia
- 800,000 barrels from Kuwait
The tanker was on its way to Qingdao, China when the incident happened around midnight.
The strike caused damage to the ship’s hull and started a fire on board. However, Dubai emergency teams quickly controlled the blaze.
Officials confirmed:
- No oil leak occurred
- All 24 crew members are safe
- Damage assessment is ongoing
Kuwait described the incident as a “direct Iranian attack,” but Iran has not issued any official statement so far. Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
Rising Tensions in Gulf
The attack is part of increasing tensions in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz, where several ships have been targeted in recent weeks.
The situation is linked to the ongoing conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel. Following the news, oil prices briefly increased due to fears of supply disruption.
Experts warn that continued attacks on shipping could impact global energy markets and trade routes.
Pentagon Denies Investment Allegations
In a separate development, the US Pentagon has strongly denied a report about Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.
A report by the Financial Times claimed that a broker linked to Hegseth tried to invest in a defence-related fund before the Iran conflict began.
The report said the broker contacted BlackRock regarding an investment in a defence ETF that includes companies like:
- Lockheed Martin
- Northrop Grumman
However, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell rejected the claims, calling them “false and fabricated.” He said neither Hegseth nor his representatives made any such request.
Situation Remains Uncertain
The tanker attack and the Pentagon controversy come at a time of growing tension in the region.
While the fire on the tanker has been controlled, concerns remain about the safety of shipping routes and global oil supplies.
Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation, and further updates are expected as investigations continue.
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