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Fires erupt at Bahrain petrochemical and energy facilities after drone strikes

Gulfnews • April 5, 2026

Two petrochemical and energy facilities in Bahrain were hit by Iranian drones early Sunday, sparking fires at operational units and storage tanks.

Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (GPIC) confirmed that several of its units were affected. All fires have now been extinguished, and the situation is under control.

No casualties have been reported, while damage assessment teams are on site to evaluate the full impact.

Similarly, BAPCO Energies reported a fire at one of its storage facilities following a hostile drone strike. The fire was fully contained, with no injuries reported. Damages are under assessment.

Emergency response teams at both sites acted immediately, coordinating closely with Civil Defence and relevant government authorities to secure the facilities. Both companies emphasised that the safety of their employees remains their highest priority.

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Iran Drone Strikes Target Kuwaiti Energy Infrastructure Amid Ongoing Conflict On April 5, 2026, Iranian drone strikes targeted critical infrastructure in Kuwait, causing significant damage to oil, power, and water facilities. The Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported fires at its Shuwaikh oil sector complex, which houses its headquarters and the oil ministry. Two power generation and water desalination plants were also hit, leading to the shutdown of two electricity generating units. No casualties were reported, but the attacks are part of Iran's retaliation against US and Israeli military operations initiated on February 28. The strikes have raised concerns over the stability of oil supplies in the region, especially with the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed. Emergency response teams were deployed to manage the fires and assess damage across multiple sites. Similar attacks were reported in Bahrain and the UAE, indicating a broader campaign against Gulf infrastructure. The situation remains tense as Gulf states brace for further potential attacks. 19 sources 72

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