Iran Strikes Kuwaiti Oil Tanker in Dubai, Ignites Fire and Raises Spill Fears
Key Takeaways
- Iran attacked a fully loaded Kuwaiti tanker at Dubai port, setting it ablaze.
- The Al Salmi carries about 2 million barrels, with spill risk warned.
- Oil prices spiked following the attack, reflecting broader Gulf tensions.
Tanker Attack Fires
Iran struck and set ablaze the fully loaded Kuwaiti crude oil tanker Al-Salmi in Dubai port's anchorage.
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation warned of a possible oil spill.
Authorities in Dubai confirmed they were responding to a drone attack and all 24 crew members were reported safe.
Oil Price Surge
The attack sent crude oil prices surging more than 2.9%.
The Al-Salmi was carrying two million barrels of crude.
Prices later regressed following reports that Trump was considering ending the war.
Diplomatic Balance
Cross-border strikes intensified, but Washington signaled a preference for diplomatic resolution.
“• Energy costs: The average US gas price hit $4 a gallon today, the highest since 2022”
Rubio told Al Jazeera that Trump consistently favors diplomacy.
The EU clarified its naval presence is not connected to Trump’s appeal.
Regional Impact
The conflict has spread across the Middle East, killing thousands.
Three Indonesian peacekeepers were killed in southern Lebanon.
The UN criticized a new Israeli law on punishments for Palestinians.
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