American LNG tanker hit by drone in Egyptian port, catches fire

The drone hit the ship while it was in port in Egypt.

The fire spread to a nearby ship. The fire is under control and no injuries have been reported, according to the Egyptian Ministry of Oil.

According to Reuters, the information that a drone is behind the fire comes from the maritime security firm Ambrey.

The ship is in the port of the city of Damietta on the Mediterranean Sea.