Concerns over potential Iranian missile strikes have prompted Israel to activate emergency measures within its energy sector. Reports from Haaretz indicate that refinery activities have been reduced and parts of the country’s natural gas infrastructure suspended. The Bazan Group confirmed it has partially closed operations at its Haifa refinery, while Energy Minister Eli Cohen has ordered a temporary halt to activities at certain offshore gas platforms. A formal state of emergency in Israel’s natural gas sector is expected to be declared soon, highlighting the seriousness of the security situation and its implications for domestic energy supply.
As tensions escalate following Iranian retaliatory strikes against U.S. assets in the region, explosions have been reported across several Gulf states. Residents in Abu Dhabi reported hearing blasts near the Emirati capital, where the U.S. operates from Al Dhafra Air Base. UAE state media has confirmed that one individual has died due to these attacks. In response to this threat, the United Arab Emirates announced a temporary and partial closure of its airspace.
Similar reports have surfaced from both Kuwait and Qatar, which host significant U.S. military installations, including U.S. Army Central in Kuwait and Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. Kuwait has also confirmed the closure of its airspace as a precautionary measure against further threats.
Italy’s Foreign Minister, Antonio Tajani, informed ANSA that an Iranian missile strike inflicted “significant damage” to the runway of a Kuwaiti air base housing Italian Air Force personnel. Reports from Iran’s state-run Fars news agency indicate that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is conducting coordinated attacks on U.S. bases in Kuwait, the UAE, Qatar, and Bahrain.
The situation remains fluid as regional militaries assess the damage and prepare for potential further escalations. As Israel’s energy infrastructure faces unprecedented challenges, the ripple effects of these developments could significantly impact both regional and global oil markets.
