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Drone evades defences, ignites fire at southern Iraq oil facility

Drone evades defences, ignites fire at southern Iraq oil facility

Summary

A drone started a big fire at an oil facility in Basra, Iraq. This facility serves foreign companies, and a drone attack has happened twice in one day.

Key Facts

  • A drone caused a large fire at an oil facility in Basra, a province in southern Iraq.
  • It was the second time that day a drone got past defences at the site.
  • The facility involved foreign companies, including Halliburton and KBR.
  • The offices and warehouses of these companies were affected by the fire.
  • The incident took place in Basra, where many international oil companies operate.

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