Drone Attack Ignites Fire at Kuwait’s Major Oil Refinery

A drone attack caused a fire at the Mina Al-Ahmadi oil refinery in Kuwait, as reported by the Kuwait Petroleum Corp. This incident highlights security vulnerabilities but resulted in no injuries. The refinery, a key player in the Middle East's oil production, processes 730,000 barrels daily.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Dubai | Updated: 19-03-2026 12:47 IST | Created: 19-03-2026 12:47 IST
Drone Attack Ignites Fire at Kuwait’s Major Oil Refinery
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A drone attack has ignited a blaze at one of Kuwait's key oil refineries, Mina Al-Ahmadi, as reported by the state-run Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) referencing the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation.

While the attack caused a significant fire, thankfully, no injuries were reported in the incident.

The Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery stands as one of the largest in the Middle East, boasting a production capacity of 730,000 barrels daily, making the safety and security of such facilities a pressing concern.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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