US EditionKuwait says its Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery again hit in Iranian drone attacks, starting fire
Iranian drones caused fires at several units of Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery, forcing partial shutdown with no injuries, amid Tehran's retaliation campaign targeting Gulf energy infrastructure.
- On Friday, March 20, 2026, drone attacks sparked fires at Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery, forcing shutdowns of several units, Kuwait Petroleum Corp. reported. Firefighters worked to contain the blazes with no reported injuries.
- Iran intensified attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure following Israel's Wednesday bombing of the South Pars gas field, marking a major escalation in the regional conflict. Iranian officials claimed the strikes were a necessary response.
- Brent crude oil prices remained above $110 per barrel on Friday, up more than 50% since the conflict began on February 28. Energy markets reacted sharply to the refinery damage and broader supply concerns.
- Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates denounced the strikes, with a Saudi diplomat stating "what little trust there was before has completely been shattered" amid escalating tensions. Regional condemnation underscores deepening divisions.
- Continued damage to Gulf facilities could trigger a historic global economic crisis, energy experts warn. With Iran maintaining control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, governments fear sustained infrastructure losses will cause lasting supply shocks and inflation.
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Drone attack causes fire at Kuwait oil refinery — state media
KUWAIT CITY, Kuwait — Drone attacks hit Kuwait’s Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery on Friday, causing several fires but no casualties, state media said, citing the national oil company. “The Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery… was subjected early today to several hostile drone attacks, causing fires in some of its units,” the official Kuwait News Agency said, adding that “several refinery units were shut down.” The Kuwaiti army later said that the fire was broug…
Iran continues its attacks in the Gulf region: In addition to U.S. facilities in the United Arab Emirates, there is again a refinery in Kuwait. In Israel, people have to go back to shelters.
Go and attack with drones the refiner to de petr leo Mina Al-Ahmadi, in Kuwait, which caused a fire in the premises.
Iran escalates attacks in Gulf striking one of the region's major refineries in Kuwait
Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery, one of the largest in the Middle East, can process nearly 730,000 barrels of oil per day. Nearly 3 weeks into the war, Iran remains defiant against U.S.-Israeli strikes while escalating attacks on facilities in the Gulf region.
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Kuwait refinery hit as Iran marks New Year under shadow of war
Firefighters battled another blaze at a Kuwait oil refinery on Friday after a fresh drone attack from Iran where millions were marking the country's New Year with muted celebrations under the shadow of war.
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