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IRGC Strikes Aluminium Facilities; Production Hit by Force Majeure

3/29/2026

Summary

Story summary

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed missile and drone strikes targeted Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) as retaliation for US-Israeli actions.
Emirates Global Aluminium reported injuries and damage, with the Al Taweelah facility sustaining significant harm.
Alba began a controlled shutdown of 19% of its production capacity due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and declared force majeure on deliveries.

History

Historical Context

The Iran-Iraq War began on September 22, 1980, when Iraq invaded Iran, aiming to exploit the chaos following Iran's Islamic Revolution. The conflict resulted in approximately 500,000 deaths and significant economic strain for both nations. Recent missile strikes against Emirates Global Aluminium and Aluminium Bahrain reflect ongoing tensions rooted in this war, particularly over control of strategic waterways like the Strait of Hormuz.

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Story summary

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed missile and drone strikes targeted Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) as retaliation for US-Israeli actions.
Emirates Global Aluminium reported injuries and damage, with the Al Taweelah facility sustaining significant harm.
Alba began a controlled shutdown of 19% of its production capacity due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and declared force majeure on deliveries.

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