Iran has announced plans to restore most of its refining capacity within two months. According to the Ministry of Oil, the work continues after a recent accident.
Statement by the Iranian Ministry of Oil
The Iranian Ministry of Oil has announced that the country intends to restore most of its refining capacities within two months. This is stated in a statement published on 12 April 2026.
According to the ministry, repair work has already begun. The authorities did not provide details on the extent of the damage or the cause of the incident.
Impact on the energy sector
The resumption of oil refining is of key importance for Iran's energy sector. The country is one of the largest oil producers in the region.
According to Reuters, The government aims to minimise the impact of the accident on energy exports. Details on the timeline for full recovery have not yet been disclosed.
Context of the event
The incident at the refinery occurred recently. The Ministry of Oil has not yet provided any further information on the cause of the accident.
It is known that Iran regularly faces technical and sanctions challenges in the energy sector.
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