NewsFeedDrones have struck oil storage facilities in Oman’s Salalah port, as local authorities say they are responding to a huge blaze. Iran continues to target energy production and storage sites throughout the Gulf in response to ongoing US and Israeli attacks on the country.Published On 11 Mar 2026
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WED · 2026-03-11 · 15:17 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0311-23590
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Oil facilities in Oman’s Salalah port ablaze after drone strikes
On March 11, 2026, drone strikes ignited oil storage facilities in Oman's Salalah port. Local authorities are responding to a large fire at the site.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-03-11 · 15:17 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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On March 11, 2026, drone strikes ignited oil storage facilities in Oman's Salalah port. Local authorities are responding to a large fire at the site. The incident is attributed to Iran, who is reportedly targeting energy production and storage sites throughout the Gulf. These attacks are allegedly in response to ongoing US and Israeli actions against Iran. The strikes represent a continuation of escalating tensions in the region.
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Oil facilities in Oman’s Salalah port are ablaze after drone strikes.
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Local authorities are responding to a huge blaze.
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Iran continues to target energy production and storage sites throughout the Gulf.
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US and Israeli attacks on the country are ongoing.
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