Iranian General Vows U.S. Must Accept Tehran's Conditions to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Iranian General Hossein Mohebbi, a spokesperson for the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps, declared Saturday that the Strait of Hormuz will only be reopened if the United States accepts Iran’s demands. Mohebbi, quoted by Iran’s state-run Tasnim News Agency, stated that the U.S. must abandon its “interventionist approach” and comply with Tehran’s conditions for the strait’s reopening. He emphasized that the Strait is not merely an economic corridor but a symbol of Iran’s geopolitical influence. Mohebbi also asserted that the strait’s reopening is “completely independent” of ongoing negotiations between Iran and Oman. Qatar Condemns Iran’s Use of Strait of Hormuz as a Bargaining Chip Qatar’s Foreign Ministry issued a strong statement Saturday, rejecting Iran’s use of the Strait of Hormuz as a tool for political leverage. The ministry condemned an Iranian attack on an Emirati oil tanker affiliated with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) as a violation of international law and UN Security Council Resolution 2817. Qatar reiterated its stance that the strait must be reopened without conditions, warning that its continued closure poses risks to regional stability and global energy security. The ministry also highlighted the importance of freedom of navigation in the vital waterway. UAE Condemns Hostile Iranian Attack on ADNOC Ship The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the Iranian attack on an ADNOC-linked ship as a “hostile act” targeting commercial shipping. The UAE emphasized that such actions constitute piracy and threaten regional stability and global energy security.#strait_of_hormuz #abu_dhabi_national_oil_company #qatar_foreign_ministry #iranian_general_hossein_mohebbi #united_arab_emirates_ministry_of_foreign_affairs
Fire hits site housing Abu Dhabi National Oil Company operations after drone strike Abu Dhabi authorities are addressing a fire at the Ruwais Industrial Complex following a drone attack, according to the emirate’s government media office. The incident occurred on Tuesday, with no reported injuries. The complex, which houses facilities operated by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), is a critical hub for the emirate’s downstream oil operations. These facilities have the capacity to refine up to 922,000 barrels of oil per day and include significant chemical, fertilizer, and industrial gas production plants. The drone strike triggered the fire, though details about the attack’s origin or intent remain unclear. Officials have not yet provided further specifics on the extent of damage or the status of ongoing investigations. The Ruwais Industrial Complex is a key component of ADNOC’s infrastructure, supporting both refining and petrochemical activities that contribute to the UAE’s energy and industrial sectors. The incident highlights the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to targeted attacks, raising concerns about security measures at strategic facilities. While the government has confirmed no casualties, the potential disruption to operations could impact regional energy supply chains. ADNOC, a state-owned entity, plays a central role in the UAE’s economy, and any disruption to its facilities would have broader implications for oil production and exports. The drone strike also underscores the growing risks posed by unmanned aerial systems to industrial and energy sites. Security experts have previously warned about the increasing sophistication of such threats, emphasizing the need for enhanced protective measures.#abu_dhabi #abu_dhabi_national_oil_company #ruwais_industrial_complex #adnoc #drone_strike
Drone Attack Targets UAE's Musaffah Fuel Tank Terminal, No Operational Impact A fire broke out after the Musaffah fuel tank terminal in the United Arab Emirates was struck by a drone, according to Abu Dhabi media office statements. The incident did not disrupt operations at the facility, which is managed by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. Authorities swiftly contained the situation, with no injuries reported. The Musaffah terminal, a key hub for fuel distribution, operates a facility from which fuel is transported by trucks. A 1,600-kilometre pipeline network also delivers finished products across Abu Dhabi. The attack followed a 2022 incident in which Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis targeted the same facility during their conflict with the Saudi-led coalition. The drone strike at Musaffah occurred amid a broader escalation of attacks in the region. Earlier on Monday, Saudi Arabia’s state oil company Aramco shut down its Ras Tanura refinery after it was hit by a drone. This incident marked an apparent escalation of strikes attributed to Tehran, in response to a U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran. QatarEnergy also announced a halt in LNG production and related activities due to attacks on facilities in Ras Laffan. The company cited security concerns stemming from the ongoing regional tensions. The incidents highlight the growing vulnerability of critical infrastructure to drone attacks, raising concerns about the stability of energy operations in the Middle East. While the UAE’s Musaffah terminal remained operational, the broader context of targeted strikes underscores the heightened risks faced by energy sectors in the region.#qatarenergy #abu_dhabi_media_office #abu_dhabi_national_oil_company #musaffah_fuel_tank_terminal #yemen_houthis
