Why the Mina Al Ahmadi refinery is a critical energy asset for Kuwait

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Kuwait’s Mina Al Ahmadi refinery was struck for a second time by Iranian drone strikes, another indication of the escalating Middle East conflict and increasing uncertainty in the global energy sector.

Attacks on Kuwait’s flagship refinery have highlighted its role as a major export hub, a pillar of state revenue and a key node in global fuel supply, as well as the growing risks facing Gulf energy infrastructure.

A fire broke out in one of the units of the refinery following drone attacks…