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Tehran, Doha discuss energy cooperation
SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s caretaker oil minister, Hamid Bovard, met with Qatar’s energy minister, Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, in Doha on Monday to discuss energy ties and cooperation between the two countries.
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Iran reviews SP reconstruction, oil, gas development
SHANA (Tehran) – Oil Ministry held a meeting Sunday to review reconstruction of damaged South Pars facilities, oil and gas field development and measures to secure winter fuel supplies.
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Iran no longer needs gasoline imports, Pezeshkian says
SHANA (Tehran) — Iran no longer needs to import gasoline, thanks to public cooperation in reducing fuel consumption, President Masoud Pezeshkian said Sunday, adding that all revenue generated by fuel price increases and savings from consumption management would be returned to the public.
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Iran seeks faster oil facility reconstruction
SHANA (Tehran) – Caretaker oil minister has called for closer cooperation with banks and the use of diverse financing and contractual arrangements to accelerate the reconstruction of oil industry facilities damaged in the third imposed war.
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Caretaker oil minister:
SP refinery repairs on track, targets gas output recovery by late fall
SHANA (Tehran) — Caretaker oil minister said Tuesday that reconstruction of damaged South Pars refineries is proceeding satisfactorily and that the oil industry is working at full capacity to secure stable energy supplies this winter.
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Iran proposes SCO energy consortium, joint oil, gas tech ventures
SHANA (Tehran) – Iran is ready to cooperate with members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to establish joint new technology-based firms, particularly in emerging technologies, efficiency improvements and decarbonization across the oil and gas industries, Iran’s first vice president said.
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NISOC calls for development of Masjed Soleyman oil fields
SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the National Iranian South Oilfields Company (NISOC) has stressed the need for targeted development of oil fields operated by the Masjed Soleyman Oil and Gas Production Company, making better use of existing capacities and tailoring plans to reservoir conditions to boost production.
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NIOC seeks AI solutions to improve exploration
SHANA (Tehran) – The National Iranian Oil Company is looking to expand the use of artificial intelligence and advanced data analytics in exploration activities to improve technical decision-making, reduce geological uncertainty and increase the accuracy of hydrocarbon resource identification, the company’s exploration director said.
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Iran, Russia seek to accelerate energy, infrastructure agreements
SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian said accelerating the implementation of agreements between Tehran and Moscow and strengthening bilateral cooperation in energy, transportation, trade and power generation were priorities for the two countries.
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Dialogue is central to OPEC’s objectives
SHANA (Tehran) – ‘Dialogue’ is an evocative word, one that has engaged some of civilization’s greatest minds. It has also been front and centre of OPEC’s objectives since the Organization was formed back in September 1960.
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Geopolitical Risk is no Longer an Exception:
New Normal for Energy Investment in Persian Gulf
SHANA (Tehran) - The disruption of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has altered the investment logic of energy projects across the Persian Gulf. Geopolitical risk is no longer treated as a remote event to be mentioned briefly in a force-majeure clause. It is increasingly incorporated into the base-case assumptions used by equity investors, commercial banks, export credit agencies, insurers, contractors and commodity buyers.
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Why is the IEA questioning the reliability of Persian Gulf producers?
SHANA (Tehran) – In an interview with the newspaper, The National, on July 8, 2026, when talking about the Strait of Hormuz situation, Dr Fatih Birol, the Executive Director of the International Energy Agency (IEA), said that PersianGulf oil exporters “need to regain their reputation as reliable exporters.”
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A responsibility-inspiring perspective
SHANA (Tehran) - Today, the Islamic Republic of Iran bids farewell to a Martyred Leader who devoted his life to the dignity of Islam, the independence of Iran, and the advancement of the Islamic Republic. Through tireless dedication, he charted a path of resistance, honor, and progress for the Iranian nation.
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Iran’s oil industry in the post-agreement era
SHANA (Tehran) – With the signing of the agreement between Iran and the United States, and under the guidance and strategic vision outlined by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Iran is entering a new era of work, development and progress while remaining vigilant against the designs of its adversaries. The reality is that Iran’s oil industry learned and practiced self-reliance through the teachings of the late founder of the Islamic Republic, relying on domestic expertise, innovation and the capabilities of Iranian professionals. Today, the Leader of the Revolution has once again emphasized that same belief and approach.
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OPEC: Obituary or reincarnation?
SHANA (Tehran) – OPEC started back in 1960. Legend has it that five oil ministers showed up in Baghdad because they were fed up. Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait and Venezuela were all watching foreign oil companies set prices that barely covered their costs. The story goes that the oil they were selling was worth less than the tea on the table during the meeting.
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OPEC at 66: A chance to reconsider its historic role
SHANA (Tehran) – As OPEC marks its 66th anniversary, it should use the occasion to review its past and reassess its future. Above all, the organization must become more cohesive internally if it is to preserve and strengthen its position and influence. Temporary political and bilateral differences among member states should not become international disputes within OPEC, allowing the organization to maintain and enhance its collective strength.
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$3.5bn Invested in Tehran Refinery Upgrading
SHANA (Tehran) - Tehran’s oil refinery is among the oldest and leading oil refining facilities in Iran. It is instrumental in producing vital fuels like gasoline, gasoil and jet fuel. With a refining capacity of 250,000 b/d of crude oil and enjoying a strategic location near Tehran, the facility has a major share in national energy supply. Upgrading the quality of petroleum products has been a priority of the Ministry of Petroleum under the 14th administration. That would require upgrading the refinery.