DamiettaPort News & Analysis

Drone Attack Hits Two Ships at Egypt's Damietta Port

On July 30, 2026, a drone struck two ships at Damietta Port in Egypt, causing a fire. An initial investigation indicated the attack occurred on July 29. The vessels affected were a regasification ship and a storage vessel. The Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum stated that the situation was managed through established emergency response plans. This incident highlights increasing attacks on energy infrastructure in the Middle East, which could elevate tensions and impact energy markets.