Attack on Basra Port Halts Iraq Oil Terminal Operations, One Dead
Oil Terminals Suspended After Attack on Vessel
An attack at Iraq's Basra port in the Persian Gulf has left at least one person dead and forced authorities to suspend operations at all of the country’s oil terminals, officials confirmed on Thursday.Farhan al-Fartousi, Director General of the General Company for Ports of Iraq, said the incident targeted a vessel located in a ship-to-ship transfer zone at the port.
The statement was released through the state-run Iraqi News Agency.
Uncertainty Over Weapon Used in the Attack
Authorities said it was not immediately clear whether the vessel was struck by a drone or a missile.Emergency response teams recovered one body from the scene while assisting 38 others following the attack.
Commercial Ports Remain Operational
Despite the suspension of oil terminal activities, Iraq’s commercial ports remain open and continue operating normally, according to officials.Latest Strike on Oil Infrastructure
The attack represents the latest incident targeting oil infrastructure in the ongoing Iran-Iraq war, raising concerns about disruptions to energy logistics in the region.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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