Some oil loading operations have been suspended at a port in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after an intercepted drone caused a major fire.
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The Emirates press office said the fire at the port of Fujairah, a major oil storage and trading center, broke out after debris fell from the drone interception.
According to the authorities, no victims were reported, The Guardian writes.
The Ruwais refinery, in the UAE, one of the largest in the world, suspended its production on Tuesday, March 10, following a drone attack in the area, according to a source close to the file.
Iran retaliates in the war launched on February 28 by the United States and Israel, targeting American interests in the region, as well as civil – energy and port infrastructures.
The installation at Ruwais – operated by the national company Adnoc – had to stop its activity as a measure of “caution”, a source close to the file said to AFP, News writes.
Meanwhile, UAE authorities have arrested several people accused of publishing online clips of air defense systems intercepting attacks, as well as fake material generated with artificial intelligence.
Tourists stranded in Dubai need to know the risks they face if they film drone or missile attacks and share them online. The law carries fines of tens of thousands of dollars and prison terms.
Authorities are issuing a stern warning to those who post frequently on social media: Filming or sharing images of military attacks can have serious consequences, including heavy fines or even jail time.
“Old videos and images depicting past fire incidents in Dubai are circulating on social media. This content is misleading and does not reflect the current situation. The public and media are urged to rely solely on official sources for correct information and refrain from sharing unverified material. Legal action will be taken against those who publish or republish such content in violation of UAE law,” the authorities sent through the media.
