Egypt says fire on ships at Damietta port caused by drone - Al Jazeera
Two gas-processing vessels were damaged by a drone strike at Egypt's Damietta port, prompting an investigation by Egyptian authorities. While no group has claimed responsibility, the incident has raised concerns about regional escalation in the Middle East.
Why it matters
The attack on energy infrastructure in a major port highlights growing security risks to global shipping and energy supply chains in the region.
Oil ministry says no injuries in incident affecting two vessels. No party has claimed responsibility.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Smoke rises from a gas tanker after a drone strike at Damietta port, Egypt, on July 29, 2026, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video [Screengrab via Reuters] By Al Jazeera Staff and Anadolu Published On 29 Jul 2026 29 Jul 2026 | Updated: 15 hours ago Updated: 15 hours ago Two ships used for the processing and storage of gas – including one owned and operated by the United States – have caught fire in the Egyptian port of Damietta after a drone strike, Egypt has confirmed.
Egypt’s oil ministry said no one was injured in the fires.
“The situation was handled immediately in accordance with emergency and rapid response plans,” the ministry said on Wednesday.
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