Abu Ali Island

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Abu Ali Island is a Saudi Arabian island located in the Persian Gulf, near Jubail in the Eastern Province. The island has an area of approximately 59.30 km² and is about 4.5 nautical miles off the coast. It is one of the inhabited islands and also houses a small airstrip known as Abu Ali Airport. Its location northwest of Jubail has given it great importance. It was historically known for the pearl diving sites that surround it. Currently, it is considered one of the most important oil fields in the Kingdom.

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