WEB DESK: In a concerning escalation, oil storage tanks at Oman’s strategic Salalah port were hit by drone strikes on Wednesday, according to British maritime security firm Ambrey. Oman TV confirmed the incident, reporting that the fuel depots came under attack, raising questions about regional stability and security.
Ambrey stated that there was no damage reported to merchant vessels in the vicinity, suggesting that the attack was confined to the storage infrastructure. The strike marks a significant development in the ongoing tensions swirling around the region, with Salalah’s port serving as a vital hub for oil exports and maritime trade.
While no casualties or damage to ships have been reported, the incident underscores the fragile security situation in the Gulf and the increasing use of drone technology in regional conflicts. The attack comes amid heightened global attention on the security of energy infrastructure in the Middle East.
