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Drone strikes hit Gulf energy facilities, trigger global gas price surge

March 4, 2026

Recent drone strikes in the Gulf have targeted energy facilities, leading to significant disruptions in production and a surge in global gas prices. QatarEnergy has halted liquefied natural gas production, while Saudi Arabia temporarily shut down parts of its Ras Tanura oil refinery following related incidents. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported from these attacks.

Drone strikes hit Gulf energy facilities, trigger global gas price surge

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Drone strikes damaged an oil storage facility in Duqm, Oman.
QatarEnergy suspended LNG production due to attacks blamed on Iran.
Saudi Arabia temporarily shut down units at Ras Tanura oil refinery after a fire.
Global gas prices surged significantly across Europe and Asia following these events.
No casualties were reported from the drone strikes.

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Drone strikes hit Gulf energy facilities, trigger global gas price surge

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