Kuwaiti Oil Tanker Catches Fire in Dubai Amidst Alleged Iranian Attack

Fire Breaks Out on Kuwaiti Tanker in Dubai

The Al Salmi, a large crude oil tanker from Kuwait, ignited after what has been described by Kuwait Petroleum Corporation as a direct assault from Iran while it was docked at a port in Dubai, UAE. Reports from Kuwait’s state news agency, KUNA, indicate that the tanker was fully loaded during the incident, raising alarms about a possible oil spill in the surrounding waters.

According to the corporation, the vessel suffered damage, and a fire erupted onboard following the attack. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries, and an evaluation of the damage is currently in progress. Authorities in Dubai confirmed that all 24 crew members on the tanker are safe and accounted for.

The Dubai Media Office stated that firefighting efforts are ongoing as emergency teams strive to control the blaze. Kuwaiti officials have expressed concerns about the critical nature of the situation due to the large quantity of crude oil on board, which could lead to environmental hazards if a spill occurs. This incident has prompted an emergency response in the waters of Dubai, with a focus on extinguishing the fire and minimizing further damage to the tanker and its surroundings.