Three Indian nationals injured in drone attack on Fujairah Oil Facility: Reports

Rashmi Pandey — Mon, 04 May 2026 16:02:47 +0000

Media reports on Monday indicated that three Indian nationals were injured following a drone strike on an oil facility in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, though no official confirmation of casualties has been issued by authorities so far.

The incident occurred at the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone, a key petroleum storage and export hub, where a fire broke out after what UAE officials described as a drone attack.

According to initial reports circulating in sections of the media, three Indian workers present at or near the site sustained injuries. However, UAE authorities have not independently verified these claims, and official statements released so far have not mentioned any casualties.

Authorities in Fujairah confirmed that emergency response teams were immediately deployed after the fire erupted at the petroleum industrial site. Civil defence units worked to contain the blaze, while operations in parts of the facility were reportedly affected.

The Fujairah Media Office stated that the fire followed a drone strike, though details regarding the origin or nature of the attack remain limited. There has been no immediate response from Iran regarding the allegation of involvement.

Fujairah holds critical importance in global energy supply chains as one of the world’s major bunkering and oil storage centers located outside the Strait of Hormuz. The latest incident marks another disruption in a series of attacks targeting energy infrastructure in the Gulf region.

Recent weeks have seen repeated drone and missile strikes across multiple Gulf states, raising concerns about the vulnerability of key oil facilities and shipping routes.

While some reports suggest injuries involving Indian nationals, previous official statements in similar incidents have often reported no casualties. Authorities have yet to confirm whether any individuals were hurt in the latest attack.

As of May 4, 2026, there is no official confirmation from UAE authorities or the Indian government regarding injuries or the condition of those reportedly affected.

The situation continues to evolve, with further details expected as investigations progress. Officials are likely to release additional information on the extent of damage, operational impact, and any confirmed casualties in the coming hours.

For now, the reports of injured Indian nationals remain unverified, even as the fire incident itself has been officially acknowledged.

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Three Indian nationals injured in drone attack on Fujairah Oil Facility: Reports