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Shafaq News
a day ago
- Business
- Shafaq News
Expert warns of energy disruptions after attack on Iran's South Pars field
Shafaq News/ Damage to Iran's Fajr refinery in the South Pars gas field could disrupt both domestic and international energy supplies, economic expert Nabil Al-Marsoumi revealed on Saturday. South Pars, one of the world's largest natural gas fields, spans Persian Gulf waters shared by Iran and Qatar. The field contains approximately 14 trillion cubic meters of Iran's gas reserves. Al-Marsoumi highlighted its critical role in supporting Iran's economy and providing gas to regional markets, especially amid ongoing electricity shortages and shifting global energy dynamics. He also warned that severe damage to the field could impact Iran's domestic energy consumption as well as its gas exports, with Turkiye and Iraq expected to be the most affected. The remarks came after an Israeli drone strike targeted the refinery, triggering a large explosion. Consequently, production from the Phase 14 platform, which delivers 12 million cubic meters of gas, was temporarily halted. Repairs are underway, with operations set to resume once the platform is restored.
India Today
a day ago
- Politics
- India Today
Israel hits Iran's refinery, warns of more attacks as Middle East crisis deepens
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday vowed to intensify strikes on Iran, warning that "what they have felt so far is nothing compared with what they will be handed in the coming days." His comments came after Israel launched one of its most extensive aerial offensives under Operation Rising Lion, targeting Iran's nuclear and military infrastructure in cities including Natanz, Isfahan, and Tehran. Iranian media reported a fire at the South Pars gas field following fresh Israeli strikes on Saturday, though the blaze was later offensive, which reportedly killed several high-ranking Iranian generals and nuclear scientists, triggered a swift and forceful retaliation from Tehran. Within 24 hours, Iran launched over 200 ballistic missiles and drones at Israeli cities, accusing Israel of pushing the region into a "dangerous cycle of violence". It also called off its upcoming nuclear negotiations with the United States, calling them "unjustifiable" under the current circumstances. Tehran warned that if Israeli strikes continue, its response will grow "more severe" and may include military bases of Israel's regional DEVELOPMENTS ON THE ISRAEL-IRAN CONFLICT Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered a large-scale aerial assault on Iran, targeting nuclear facilities, military infrastructure, and key leadership figures. Strikes reportedly hit over 150 sites, including Natanz and Isfahan, killing several top military commanders and nine nuclear scientists. advertisement Netanyahu declared that Iran's nuclear efforts were "in the 90th minute" and vowed more strikes to come, saying, "What they have felt so far is nothing compared with what they will be handed in the coming days." In retaliation, Iran fired roughly 200 ballistic missiles and drones at Israeli targets in four waves. Israel claimed most were intercepted, with help from US defence systems, but at least three people were killed and dozens injured. Iran also warned that any foreign military base involved in intercepting its missiles, including those of Israel's allies, would become a target. Despite the attack, Tel Aviv beaches were busy by Saturday, with residents returning to public space. Iranian media reported that Israeli airstrikes targeted the South Pars gas field in southern Bushehr province, causing a fire and halting production of 12 million cubic meters of gas from Phase 14. Iran reported heavy civilian casualties from Israel's two-day assault. Iranian state TV said a missile strike on a 14-storey residential tower in Tehran killed around 60 people, including 20 children. In total, 78 deaths were reported on the first day of Israeli strikes. Visuals showed buildings flattened, and upper floors collapsing into the street. Netanyahu said Israeli Air Force jets would soon be seen "over the skies of Tehran" and reiterated that his government would strike "every site and every target of the Ayatollahs' regime". Defence Minister Israel Katz further escalated the rhetoric, warning, "If Khamenei continues to fire missiles at the Israeli home front, Tehran will burn." Iran has called off scheduled nuclear talks with the United States following Israel's air offensive. Confirming the development, Oman - who had been mediating-said the dialogue was no longer on the table. advertisementIran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated it was "unjustifiable" to proceed with negotiations while "barbarous Israeli airstrikes" continued. A spokesperson for the Iranian foreign ministry added, "Continuing dialogue under these conditions is meaningless. Washington's silence signals complicity." At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, India called for "dialogue and diplomacy" to de-escalate tensions. This came after the China-led group issued a strong condemnation of Israeli strikes on Iran. India refrained from backing the statement, instead emphasising the need for restraint. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, in calls with both Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, accused Netanyahu of trying to "drag the region into fire" and "sabotage nuclear talks". Erdogan said Israel's actions were an attempt to divert attention from "genocide in Gaza" and warned that the conflict risked triggering waves of irregular migration across the region. He labelled Netanyahu's government the biggest threat to regional stability. advertisement Iranian lawmaker and military general Esmail Kosari said Tehran is reviewing whether to close the Strait of Hormuz - a critical oil route for the global economy. Meanwhile, Iranian state media said the country had warned it would target military bases in the region that assist in intercepting Iranian missiles. Croatia's consul in Israel and his wife were slightly injured during Iran's missile strikes on Tel Aviv. Croatian Foreign Minister Gordan Grlic Radman confirmed the building they were living in had been hit and expressed relief that their injuries were not life-threatening. He condemned the attacks on civilians and diplomatic properties and called for "immediate de-escalation and restraint". Israeli PM Netanyahu claimed "clear support" from US President Donald Trump for the strikes. Iran, in turn, warned that further attacks would trigger more severe retaliation, including targeting military bases of Israel's regional allies. Tune InMust Watch
Nikkei Asia
a day ago
- Business
- Nikkei Asia
Iran gas field partially suspends output after Israeli attack
(Reuters) -- Gas production has been suspended from part of Iran's South Pars field following an Israeli attack on the site Saturday, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported. "Due to a fire in one of the four units of Phase 14 of South Pars, the production of 12 million cubic meters of gas from the Phase 14 platform has been temporarily halted until this section of the refinery is brought back into operation," Tasnim said.
Newsweek
a day ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Israel Escalates Iran Conflict, Striking World's Largest Gas Field: Reports
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Israel has reportedly escalated its ongoing conflict with Iran, striking the world's largest gas field and other energy infrastructure as part of a two-day assault that had otherwise largely targeted sites and personnel tied to the Islamic Republic's armed forces and nuclear program. Iranian semi-official media outlets, including Tasnim News Agency and Fars News Agency, reported on Saturday that an Israeli drone struck Iran's South Pars Gas Field, which is shared with Qatar, where it is known as the North Dome Gas Field. The attack was said to have targeted Phase 14 refineries of the Iranian section, with at least one unit reportedly on fire, leading to a suspension in operations. Footage circulating on news channels and social media appeared to show flames and smoke rising from a section of the complex, which is located in the Kangan area of Iran's south coast Bushehr province. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has yet to confirm the attack. Newsweek has reached out to the IDF for comment. Israeli officials continued to announce operations Saturday in line with what's been dubbed "Operation Rising Lion," a sweeping and unprecedented series of attacks launched late Thursday targeting Iran's nuclear facilities, military infrastructure and senior personnel, including commanders and nuclear scientists. Vowing severe retaliation, Iran commenced a retaliatory "Operation True Promise III" on Friday and fired several waves of missiles and drones against Israel. Iran claims to have severely damaged a number of Israeli military bases, while the IDF has said the majority of incoming attacks have been intercepted. Iranian ambassador to the United Nations Saeed Amir Iravani said Friday that the Israeli strikes had thus far killed 78 people, the majority of them civilians, and injured more than 320. Among the dead are Iranian Armed Forces chief of staff Major General Mohammed Bagheri, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) chief Major General Hossein Salami and IRGC Aerospace Forces commander Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, as well as several nuclear scientists. Israel's Magen David Adom emergency service director Eli Bin reported Friday that the toll of Iranian attacks on Israel included at least 44 wounded. This is a breaking news story. Updates to follow.
