Bahrain’s main oil refinery in Riffa was struck in a fire blamed on Iranian Strikes, forcing state-owned Bapco to declare force majeure. The attack disrupted operations at the kingdom’s largest energy facility.
Emergency crews responded quickly, and no casualties were reported. However, massive flames and thick black smoke were seen over the industrial zone housing the refinery. Officials called the attack “Iranian aggression,” targeting a facility critical to Bahrain’s oil production.
Bapco confirmed that the strike and the broader regional conflict made normal operations impossible. The refinery produces more than 350,000 barrels of oil per day. The force majeure allows Bapco to suspend contractual supply obligations due to circumstances beyond its control.
The attack marks a dramatic escalation in the Gulf as Iranian Strikes continue to threaten key energy infrastructure. Just days earlier, Qatar declared force majeure on its liquefied natural gas operations after an Iranian drone strike hit Ras Laffan Industrial City. This affected LNG, petrochemical products, urea, polymers, methanol, and aluminum production.
Reports indicate that two additional QatarEnergy installations were targeted earlier this week, raising alarms over the security of critical energy hubs in the region. Analysts warn that the disruption of operations in Bahrain and Qatar could impact global energy and industrial supply chains.
The sudden halt in production by two major Gulf energy producers highlights growing risks to international oil and gas supplies. Markets are closely monitoring the situation, as continued Iranian Strikes could cause energy prices to surge and affect downstream industrial products worldwide.
Bahrain authorities have deployed emergency teams to control the flames and assess material damage. Meanwhile, Bapco has not provided a timeline for the resumption of full operations.
The latest developments underline the vulnerability of Gulf energy infrastructure amid rising tensions. Observers warn that any further escalation could have significant consequences for both regional stability and global energy security.
With critical energy facilities repeatedly targeted, governments and investors remain on high alert as Iranian Strikes continue to threaten the Gulf’s oil and gas supply.
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