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Drone Strike Sparks Fire at Iraq Refinery Amid Regional Tensions

3/15/2026

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A fire at Lanaz refinery in Erbil, Iraq, was contained after a drone strike, while operations remain suspended.
Saudi Arabia intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles and drones targeting Riyadh, the Eastern Province, and other regions.
Air defense systems across Gulf states, including the UAE and Kuwait, have intercepted over 3,133 Iranian projectiles amid the conflict.
Bahrain activated warning sirens after explosions.
Aviation operations in the region continue with heightened security measures.

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Story summary

A fire at Lanaz refinery in Erbil, Iraq, was contained after a drone strike, while operations remain suspended.
Saudi Arabia intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles and drones targeting Riyadh, the Eastern Province, and other regions.
Air defense systems across Gulf states, including the UAE and Kuwait, have intercepted over 3,133 Iranian projectiles amid the conflict.
Bahrain activated warning sirens after explosions.
Aviation operations in the region continue with heightened security measures.