The main headquarters of Saudi Aramco (Saudi Aramco) located in Dhahran was extensively damaged on October 14, 2023, due to an attack by the Houthis. The fire resulting from this attack has spread across several floors of the building, and according to reliable sources, the fire has reached the sixth to tenth floors.
Consequences of the Attack and Current Status
Despite the damage incurred, operations at the Aramco complex in Eastern Saudi Arabia continue as usual. However, some employees have been directed by management to work from home. Some tasks have also been transferred to global offices, and it appears that the fire will continue into the early hours of Wednesday.
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Details of Damages and Injuries
Saudi Aramco has an operational center that helps the company monitor oil rigs, refineries, export terminals, and thousands of kilometers of pipelines. The Saudi Ministry of Energy stated in a statement that last night's attack, while clashes between Iran-backed Houthis and Saudi Arabia have intensified, caused a limited fire. Reports indicate that the fire started on the ninth floor of the western wing of the building and has spread to the upper floors.
According to one source, the top three floors of this building, which include the office of Amin Nasser, the CEO of Aramco, have been severely damaged. The ceiling has collapsed in some areas, and windows and doors have been destroyed. Aramco has not yet responded to media requests for comments.
This incident occurs as clashes in Yemen are escalating, with air and ground attacks significantly increasing. This attack on Aramco's headquarters represents an escalation of tensions in the region and ongoing threats to Saudi Arabia's energy facilities. Analysts believe that such attacks could have a profound impact on the global oil market and energy security.
Ultimately, this attack clearly highlights the security and military challenges that Saudi Arabia faces, while its impact on global markets and oil prices cannot be overlooked. While Aramco is recognized as the largest oil company in the world, such attacks will affect not only the operations of this company but also the economic stability of the region.
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