In a striking escalation of regional tensions, Bahrain has confirmed a series of Iranian missile attacks targeting its aluminum facilities, notably causing damage to the Alba smelter and injuring two workers. The Emirates Global Aluminium site in the UAE was also affected, with reports of injuries and significant industrial damage. Air defenses in both Bahrain and Kuwait attempted to intercept the missiles, yet some breaches occurred, leading to fires at the impacted facilities. The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed responsibility for the attacks, positioning them as retaliation against U.S.-linked industrial sites in the Gulf. This wave of strikes has raised alarms across the region, triggering air raid sirens and prompting safety warnings to local residents.