Massive fires on two oil tankers after attack in Iraqi waters

On March 11, 2026, two foreign oil tankers caught fire in Iraqi territorial waters near the al-Faw port after an attack. Authorities reported the incident and confirmed that the tankers were ablaze. Twenty-five crew members were evacuated from the tankers following the strike. At least one death has been confirmed as a result of the incident. Authorities are currently working to control the fires on the damaged tankers. The cause of the attack remains under investigation.