Libya's NOC warns of force majeure, Zawiya refinery shutdown if drone attacks continue

Libya's National Oil Corporation (NOC) has warned that it may declare force majeure and shut down the Zawiya refinery if drone attacks on oil facilities in the area continue. According to the NOC, a drone attack targeted an oil blending and filling plant operated by the Zawiya Oil Refining Company, falling near its main oil tank and a pipeline network. This was the third such attack in two days, with no casualties or material damage reported, as per Al-Monitor.

The NOC indicated that it would take action if the attacks persist, potentially halting operations at the refinery. The refinery is used to produce oils for the domestic market.

The drone attacks have prompted the NOC to issue a warning, with the possibility of a refinery shutdown if the attacks continue, as reported by multiple sources including Ajel English and Middle East Eye.

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