A Kuwaiti oil tanker burst into flames after being struck in what has been described as an Iranian attack while anchored off Dubai, according to local sources and state media.
Kuwait’s official news agency, KUNA, citing the state-owned oil company, said the fully laden crude tanker was targeted in the anchorage area, damaging its hull and sparking fears of a potential oil spill.
Dubai authorities said emergency teams responded swiftly, bringing the fire under control and securing the vessel. All 24 crew members were reported safe, with no injuries.
Officials also confirmed that no oil leakage had been detected, easing immediate environmental concerns after the incident.
“The response teams have successfully contained the incident involving the Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai waters, with no oil leakage and no injuries reported,” the Dubai Media Office said in a statement.