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Israel Iran War · 29 March 2026

Why Did Iran Target Gulf Aluminium Plants Specifically?

Why Did Iran Target Gulf Aluminium Plants Specifically?

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Eight people were injured and significant damage occurred at major Gulf industrial sites following Iranian attacks. The IRGC claimed responsibility for Saturday's drone and missile strikes, citing US and Israeli attacks as justification. Emirates Global Aluminium's Abu Dhabi site sustained significant damage with six employees injured, while Aluminium Bahrain confirmed two workers were wounded at its facility.

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