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Iran31 March, 20261 min read

Iran Attacks Kuwaiti Oil Tanker in Dubai, Fire Extinguished, No Casualties

Iran attacked the Kuwait-flagged tanker Al-Salmi at Dubai Port anchorage, damaging hull and igniting fire. There were no casualties reported among crew.

Iran Attacks Kuwaiti Oil Tanker in Dubai, Fire Extinguished, No Casualties
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Tanker Attacked in Dubai

Iranian forces launched a direct attack on the Kuwaiti crude oil tanker Al-Salmi. The strike damaged the hull and ignited a significant fire.

All 24 crew members were safe and accounted for. Authorities said the incident was contained.

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This attack is the latest in a series of Iranian assaults on commercial shipping. Iran has repeatedly targeted merchant vessels using drones, missiles, and explosive boats. These actions have disrupted normal transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

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