Regional Escalation: Kuwait, Saudi, and UAE Defenses Repel Widespread Attacks, Revolutionary Guard Targets 'Alba'

Kuwait, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia announced today, Sunday, that their territories were subjected to a series of missile attacks and suicide drones. These rapid field developments come at a time when the Israeli-American aggression against Iran has entered its thirtieth day, leading to an expansion of military confrontations to include vital targets in the region.

Kuwaiti military sources reported that the country's air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed hostile targets in the sky, confirming that the sounds of explosions heard were a result of successful interception operations. The Kuwaiti army later clarified in statements that it dealt with three consecutive waves of attacks targeting different locations, emphasizing the readiness of the armed forces to protect the country's security.

In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Defense confirmed the interception and destruction of about 10 booby-trapped drones in the past few hours, with no casualties. The competent authorities are working to monitor launch sources and fully secure Saudi airspace to ensure the safety of facilities and civilians in border and internal areas.

For its part, the UAE Ministry of Defense revealed that it had repelled missile and drone attacks described as coming from Iranian territory. The ministry indicated in an official statement that air defense systems effectively dealt with ballistic missiles and 'cruise' missiles, in addition to drones that were attempting to penetrate UAE airspace.

In the Kingdom of Bahrain, a state of alert prevailed after sirens were sounded across the country, with the Ministry of Interior calling on citizens and residents to immediately head to shelters and safe places. Although the Ministry of Interior did not directly disclose details of the attack, these measures usually coincide with the detection of imminent aerial threats targeting Bahraini depths.

Regarding material losses, Aluminium Bahrain 'Alba' announced that its industrial facilities were subjected to a direct attack, resulting in two minor injuries. The company confirmed in a statement quoted by official sources that it is currently conducting a comprehensive assessment of the extent of technical and structural damage to the smelter, which is one of the largest aluminum smelters in the world.

In a significant development, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard announced its full responsibility for the attack that targeted 'Alba' company in Bahrain, in addition to another attack on Emirates Global Aluminium 'Emal'. The Revolutionary Guard justified these targeting by stating that these companies play a pivotal role in supporting American military industries through strategic partnerships and investments.

Bahrain's 'Alba' company is already suffering from severe operational pressures, having announced in mid-March a 19% reduction in its production capacity. This decline is due to significant disruptions in supply chains and maritime transport resulting from Iran's closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz since the outbreak of confrontations last February.

The region has been experiencing a state of open warfare since February 28, with parties exchanging missile and aerial strikes daily. Tehran asserts that it targets what it describes as American interests and sites in Arab countries in response to the attacks it is subjected to, which Gulf countries consider a blatant assault on their sovereignty and national security.

Targeted countries have condemned these repeated attacks on civilian assets and economic facilities, demanding international intervention to stop this escalation. Sources warned that continued targeting of energy and industrial infrastructure in the Gulf could lead to catastrophic repercussions for the global economy and essential metal supplies.

Alba company confirms that the Iranian attack resulted in two minor injuries, and we are currently assessing the extent of the damage to the facilities.