Crew captures footage of drone strike on Omans Salalah oil facility

A drone strike occurred at an oil facility in Oman’s Salalah port, and footage of the incident was captured by the crew on board a nearby vessel.

According to reports, the drone struck the oil facility, prompting the crew to record the event on camera. The footage has been shared publicly.

The secretary-general of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has issued a statement condemning the attack. Iran is believed to be responsible for the strike.

Details of the incident are currently being verified. An investigation into the cause and circumstances surrounding the drone strike is underway.

The GCC’s secretary-general has released a statement criticizing Iran for the attack, but no further information on the nature of the criticism or any potential consequences is available at this time.

The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between Oman and neighboring countries in the region. The Salalah port is an important strategic location, and its security is a matter of concern for regional authorities.

Further information on the incident will be provided as it becomes available.

Source: Al Jazeera