Oman has suspended oil loading operations at its main Mina al Fahal terminal following an explosion at the facility, according to industry sources and traders.

The Mina al Fahal terminal serves as Oman's primary oil export facility, handling the majority of the country's crude oil shipments to international markets. The suspension has resulted in delays to scheduled oil loadings at the terminal.

Traders familiar with operations at the facility confirmed the disruption to loading activities following the blast. The extent of damage to the terminal infrastructure and the expected duration of the suspension remain unclear.

Oman is a significant oil producer in the Middle East, and the Mina al Fahal terminal plays a crucial role in the country's petroleum exports. Any extended disruption to operations at the facility could impact global oil supply chains and regional energy markets.

No immediate details were available regarding the cause of the explosion or whether there were any casualties. Omani authorities have not yet released an official statement about the incident or provided a timeline for resuming normal operations at the terminal.