Fire breaks out at fuel tank in Bahrain following Iranian attack

March 12, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Fire breaks out at fuel tank in Bahrain following Iranian attack

Bahrain Reports Fire at Fuel Storage Facility Following Attack

A fire is currently raging at a fuel storage facility in Bahrain, according to footage released by the country’s interior ministry. The blaze is believed to have started as a result of an attack on the facility.

The footage shows a massive fire engulfing the storage facility, which is located near Bahrain International Airport. The cause of the fire and the nature of the attack are not yet clear.

Bahrain has been a frequent target in recent years due to its hosting of the US Navy’s Fifth Fleet. The country has also been involved in military operations against Iranian forces.

The interior ministry released the footage, which appears to show the extent of the damage caused by the fire. The incident is currently under investigation.

No further information is available at this time regarding the cause of the attack or the status of the fire.

Source: Al Jazeera