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The Times of India
The Times of India
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TOI World Desk

Fuel crisis: Major UAE oil refinery shut after drone attack; global energy body calls 'emergency meeting'

One of the world’s largest oil refineries in the United Arab Emirates has been shut down as a precaution after a drone attack near the facility, as the Middle East conflict continues to disrupt global energy supplies.

The shutdown comes amid mounting fears of a broader energy crisis, with the Paris-based International Energy Agency announcing an emergency meeting of member countries to assess supply risks and consider releasing strategic oil reserves.

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