Israel Strikes Iran’s Asaluyeh Gas Complex, Tehran Threatens Retaliation
Bushehr Province, Iran – Israeli forces struck the Asaluyeh gas processing plant in Bushehr province, southwestern Iran, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, targeting the country’s largest and most important gas facility MSN. The attack targeted facilities at Asaluyeh, a major hub for Iran’s gas, oil, and petrochemical infrastructure Business Today.
Details of the Strike
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-affiliated Tasnim News Agency reported that petrochemical facilities in South Pars were also targeted, though the extent of the damage remains unclear The Jerusalem Post. The strike comes as part of a broader pattern of attacks, with the United States conducting military operations in southern Iran and Israel targeting Iranian military and infrastructure Business Today.
Impact on Iran’s Gas Capacity
According to reports, the IDF strike, coordinated with President Trump, knocked out roughly one-fifth of Iran’s gas capacity, impacting the infrastructure that powers approximately 86% of the country’s electricity Israel Hayom. The Asaluyeh gas complex is Iran’s largest gas processing facility.
Threats of Retaliation
In response to the attack, Iranian state television issued threats, stating that the Islamic Republic would attack oil and gas infrastructure in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates Business Today. Specifically, Saudi Arabia’s Samref Refinery and Jubail Petrochemical Complex, the UAE’s Al Hasan Gas Field, and petrochemical plants and refineries in Qatar were mentioned as potential targets. Iranian sources have described the attacks on gas facilities as a “war crime” that will not go unpunished Business Today.
Regional Implications
The threats of retaliation echo previous warnings issued by Iran during the conflict, mirroring the style used by the Israeli military Business Today. Gulf states were briefed before the attack and have requested protection guarantees Israel Hayom. Iran has also issued evacuation orders for five energy facilities in the Gulf Business Today.