An independent analysis by the GeoPWatch team detected multiple thermal hotspots at the Saudi Aramco Abqaiq oil processing facility using NASA FIRMS/VIIRS satellite data, according to reports. The hotspots, recorded at approximately 02:35 local time Monday, coincided with reports of smoke from the area. The analysis suggests an incident occurred but could not confirm whether it resulted from an attack or an industrial event.
An independent analysis by the GeoPWatch team detected multiple thermal hotspots at the Saudi Aramco Abqaiq oil processing facility using NASA FIRMS/VIIRS satellite data. The hotspots were recorded at approximately 02:35 local time Monday and coincide with reports of smoke from the area. The analysis states that while an incident likely occurred, the available evidence cannot confirm whether the fire was caused by an attack or an industrial event.
The detection follows an earlier report of suicide drones targeting Aramco facilities in Baqiq, as The Zioneer reported at 11:29 today. That report was single-sourced and unverified. Subsequently, satellite imagery analysis published at 09:35 confirmed a probable impact at the Jazan refinery tank farm after Houthi strikes on Saturday. The Houthi campaign against Saudi energy infrastructure has intensified in recent days, with multiple attacks on Aramco facilities and a tanker strike off the Saudi coast.
As of this afternoon, there has been no official confirmation from Saudi authorities regarding the Abqaiq incident. The extent of any damage remains unclear. The Zioneer will continue to monitor for additional satellite imagery, verified footage, or official statements.
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