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Key Takeaways

Al Salmi, Kuwait-flagged VLCC, attacked by Iranian drone off Dubai, hull damage and onboard fire.
Dubai authorities extinguished the fire; no oil leakage; all 24 crew safe.
Spill fears in Dubai waters due to full cargo; potential environmental impact.

Al-Salmi Tanker Attacked, Fire Extinguished

An Iranian drone attack hit the Kuwaiti crude oil tanker Al-Salmi anchored at Dubai Port.

“An apparent Iranian drone attack on a fully loaded Kuwaiti crude oil tanker at Dubai Port sparked a fire that was later extinguished, authorities said”

Al Jazeera

Maritime firefighting teams brought the blaze under control.

Al Jazeera

All 24 crew members were safe with no injuries.

Dubai authorities confirmed no oil leakage.

Oil Prices Surge, Incident Deepens Tensions

Brent crude oil prices surged over 2% following the attack.

The incident happened amid rising regional tensions.

Anadolu Ajansı

The Al-Salmi was carrying a full cargo of crude oil worth more than $200 million.

KPC Labels Attack "Direct and Malicious"

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation described the Al-Salmi as subjected to a "direct and malicious Iranian attack."

“Hull damage, fire and spill fears after Iranian attack on Kuwaiti VLCC off Dubai Dubai: The Kuwaiti oil tanker Al Salmi was hit by an Iranian drone while anchored off Dubai Port”