Main points
- An Iranian drone attacked the Bapco oil refinery in Bahrain, causing thick smoke and injuries.
- The Bapco refinery is a key facility in Bahrain's energy sector and the country's main oil refining facility.
Drone attacks oil refinery in Bahrain / Collage by Channel 24, photo by Getty Images
An Iranian drone attack was recorded in Bahrain on the Bapco oil refinery in the Sitra area. Thick smoke rose above the facility after the strike, and injuries and damage were also reported.
This is reported by The Times of Israel.
What is known about the attack?
In Bahrain, thick smoke rose above the Bapco oil refinery after an Iranian drone attack. A witness said smoke could be seen from the side of the facility, which is the country's main refinery.
Iran attacked Bahrain's largest oil refinery: watch video
Earlier, authorities said that a drone strike in the Sitra area caused injuries and damage to infrastructure. This is where an oil refinery is located.
Please note! The Bapco refinery is a key facility in Bahrain's energy sector and the country's main oil refining facility. It plays an important role in meeting the country's energy needs and exporting petroleum products.
Smoke rises in the city after the attack: watch the video
It is worth noting that Financial Times experts predict a difficult situation in the world due to the conflict between the US and Iran. Due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the Persian Gulf countries are forced to reduce oil production, which leads to significant losses. Experts warn of a possible loss of up to 5 million barrels of oil per day if the conflict drags on, and oil prices may increase sharply.
What is known about attacks on oil facilities in the Middle East?
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On March 8, Israel launched an airstrike on the Sharan refinery in Tehran, causing an oil leak and a fire. The leaking oil turned into rivers of fire, and a gas pipeline on Shahran Boulevard exploded.
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It is known that Israel attacked Iran's fuel infrastructure on the eve of March 7. Clash Report reports that the strikes were on the cities of Kuhak, Shahran, and Kerej in Iran. The targets were oil facilities.
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It is known that explosions at oil storage facilities in Iran caused a huge fire, which filled the sky over Tehran with thick black smoke. After the attacks, Tehran residents saw black rain, which may later turn acidic due to the large-scale fire.