Drone attack blamed for fire on two ships at Damietta port, Egypt says
Egyptian authorities say a drone caused a fire on two ships at Damietta port; investigations are ongoing and no group has claimed responsibility.
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AIEgypt's Cabinet announced that a fire which broke out on two ships at Damietta port on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, has been brought under control, adding that initial investigations indicate the incident was caused by a drone.
Authorities said that no group has claimed responsibility for the incident so far, while investigations continue to determine the circumstances surrounding the attack.
The Cabinet added that relevant authorities are taking necessary measures to safeguard Egypt's interests and national security in light of this development.