Gulf aluminium facilities came under missile and drone attacks, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed. The strikes targeted Bahrain and UAE sites on Saturday. Iran said the attacks retaliated against recent US-Israeli strikes on its industrial infrastructure. Experts warn these strikes threaten global aluminium supply, which relies heavily on Gulf output.
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) reported two employees injured. Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) in Abu Dhabi said one facility suffered major damage and six injuries occurred. The IRGC claimed the targeted sites were linked to US military operations in the Gulf.
The Iran-US-Israel conflict has already hit Gulf countries repeatedly since late February. Analysts said Gulf aluminium facilities face heightened risks that could disrupt global production, which depends on 4–9% of output from the region.
In Oman, a drone attack at Salalah port injured a worker. Danish shipping group Maersk temporarily halted port operations. Oman’s Foreign Ministry condemned the attack and confirmed ongoing investigations into the source and motive.
Gulf nations strengthened their air defenses. Saudi Arabia destroyed 10 drones over several hours, while Kuwait shot down four drones after air raid alerts. Officials warned that retaliatory cycles could continue and escalate regional tensions.
“The pace of attacks on Gulf aluminium facilities is concerning, especially as strikes on Iran continue to escalate,” said Al Jazeera correspondent Zein Basravi. “Further escalation will inevitably affect Gulf Cooperation Council states.”
Authorities are coordinating with regional partners to protect critical infrastructure. Bahrain and the UAE emphasized their commitment to worker safety and stable production despite the attacks.
Gulf aluminium facilities now face unprecedented threats as the Iran-US-Israel conflict intensifies. Analysts said supply chain disruptions could affect global markets, highlighting the importance of protecting industrial hubs.
