The escalation of the conflict in the Middle East continues to directly affect the world of Formula 1. An Aramco refinery, a sponsor of Aston Martin, caught fire, but it is already under control.
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Last week, the United States and Israel coordinated an attack against Iran. Since then, the category has already been affected before the start of the 2026 season, with flights leaving London for Australia, the stage for the first race of the year, needing to return.
Now, a video on social media shows the oil refinery, operated by Aramco, had caught fire due to the conflict between the USA and Iran in the Middle East. The company is the title sponsor of Aston Martin and even gives the team its name, in addition to being a global partner of F1.
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Saudi Arabia, among others, became targets in retaliation after the numerous attacks by the countries against various Iranian cities.
This Monday, the 2nd, Mohammed Ben Sulayen, president of the FIA, issued a statement where he expressed solidarity with the victims of the conflict and highlighted the importance of dialogue and the protection of civilians.
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