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Briefing: Bahrain aluminum giant says Iranian attack targeted its facility
Strategic angle: Aluminium Bahrain, or Alba, hosts the world's largest smelter and the attack adds to the pressure on global supplies of the metal.
editorial-staff
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Updated 13 days ago
Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) has confirmed that its facility, recognized as the largest aluminum smelter globally, was targeted in an attack attributed to Iranian forces.
This incident raises significant concerns regarding the stability of aluminum supply chains, particularly given the facility's critical role in global production.
The implications of this attack could extend beyond immediate operational disruptions, potentially affecting market dynamics and pricing in the aluminum sector.