Some oil-loading operations in the Fujairah emirate have been temporarily suspended after a drone attack sparked a fire, industry sources said, highlighting escalating regional tensions following US strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island.
The suspension follows hours after the US targeted military sites on Iran’s oil export terminal, prompting Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to declare US interests in the UAE, including ports and docks, as legitimate targets in the ongoing conflict.
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Fujairah, located outside the Strait of Hormuz, handles about 1 million barrels per day of Murban crude oil, roughly 1% of global demand, making the disruption significant for international oil markets and energy security.
Eyewitnesses reported two columns of smoke rising from the terminal, while civil defence teams worked to contain the fire. Authorities confirmed a minor injury to a Jordanian citizen during the incident, with damage assessment ongoing.
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Analysts warn the attack signals Tehran’s determination to challenge US dominance in the region. The International Energy Agency previously stated that the Strait of Hormuz’s partial closure and strikes on Iran have created the largest oil supply disruption in history.
The UAE continues to manage energy infrastructure pressures, as earlier drone strikes forced ADNOC to halt operations at its Ruwais refinery. Authorities urged vigilance while ensuring public safety as regional tensions affect vital oil facilities.