# Israeli strikes hit Iran's largest petrochemical complex Monday.

*business · news · 2026-04-06 · Al-Monitor*

## Key points

- Israel struck Iran's largest petrochemical complex in Assaluyeh, disrupting half of Iran's petrochemical output.
- A senior Iranian Revolutionary Guards intelligence chief, Majid Khademi, was killed in US-Israeli strikes.
- Iran launched drone and missile attacks against Israel, Kuwait, and the UAE in retaliation.
- A 45-day ceasefire deal mediated by Pakistan, Egypt, and Turkey is reportedly under discussion.
- South Korea and Taiwan are rerouting oil shipments via the Red Sea to avoid the blocked Strait of Hormuz.

**Countries:** Iran, Israel, United States, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Turkey, South Korea, Taiwan, Jordan, Lebanon

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