Oil Minister Reports Successful Management of Post-Attack Conditions, Urges Continued Energy Conservation

Oil Minister Reports Successful Management of Post-Attack Conditions, Urges Continued Energy Conservation
(Saturday, March 21, 2026) 21:16

TEHRAN, March 20 (NIPNA) — Iran’s Minister of Petroleum, Mohsen Paknejad, announced that the country has successfully managed the conditions following two stages of “cowardly attacks” by the “Zionist-American enemy” on the nation’s energy facilities, which occurred on March 7 and March 17. He emphasized the ongoing necessity for energy conservation.

Paknejad stated that immediate and precise management of fuel supply was implemented after the attacks. Swift actions by personnel helped prevent serious fuel shortages in Tehran and northern provinces. He noted that short-, medium-, and long-term solutions are being developed to fully resolve the issue.

The minister specifically condemned the second attack, which targeted gas facilities in Asaluyeh, as a violation of international laws and protocols aimed at causing hardship for the public.

He acknowledged that the attack on the Asaluyeh gas processing facilities had a partial impact on production, underscoring the need for careful management throughout the energy production and consumption chain.

Paknejad appealed to citizens to continue conserving energy, including gas, electricity, and gasoline, urging them to prioritize optimal consumption.

Regarding fuel availability during the upcoming holidays, the minister assured that measures are in place to ensure citizens do not face significant challenges in obtaining fuel, whether traveling or staying in cities.

He indicated that medium- and long-term plans are also being formulated to optimize fuel management and minimize difficulties for the public.

He reiterated that the enemy’s goal in targeting the populace was to create hardship, but measures have been taken to manage the situation.

Paknejad confirmed the re-implementation of a 30-liter daily fuel limit per personal card and a 10-liter limit per station card, noting that these measures have not posed a significant challenge based on his observations.


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