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Foreign Ministry denies Western media reports of oil slick near Kharg Island

SHANA (Tehran) – The claim that Iran released oil into the sea is “completely false,” the Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Monday, adding that the country is deeply concerned about environmental damage in the Persian Gulf, the Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz.

Paknejad says oil production did not fall during the war

SHANA (Tehran) – The oil minister said the enemy has illusions in the media environment it controls, including claims about blowing up oil wells that experts find laughable.

MPs back faster restoration of damaged petrochemical plants

SHANA (Tehran) – Members of parliament stressed the need to accelerate the return of damaged petrochemical units to production during a joint meeting of the Parliament’s Industries and Mines Committee and the Industry, Mining, Safety and Standards Faction, with legislative support pledged for the effort.

Strengthening drilling industry through NTBFs

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of National Iranian Drilling Company said effective cooperation with new technology-based firms (NTBFs) plays a key role in accelerating the localization of equipment, reducing dependency, addressing specialized needs and increasing efficiency in the drilling industry.

President:

Energy conservation central to neighborhood-based initiative

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian said promoting a culture of energy conservation is one of the main objectives of Iran’s neighborhood- and mosque-centered initiative, stressing that the Iranian people are expected to regard responsible energy consumption as part of the country’s authentic cultural values.

Kharg oil terminal dismisses ‘fabricated’ pollution claims

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of the Iranian Oil Terminals Company dismissed reports alleging the presence of an oil slick near Kharg Island as fabricated, saying there has been no leakage from infrastructure, storage tanks, metering systems, jetties, pipelines in the area, or from vessels currently loading cargo.

Iran revives its Caspian oil ambitions

SHANA (Tehran) – For years, the Caspian Sea has occupied a unique place in the minds of Iranian oil executives, geologists and drilling specialists as one of the country’s most complex yet promising hydrocarbon regions. Unlike the Persian Gulf, every meter drilled in the Caspian requires advanced technology, heavy investment and the ability to overcome major technical challenges.

Public cooperation essential for managing, conserving energy use

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the Organization for Energy Optimization and Strategic Management said the government is vigorously pursuing higher production and the restoration of capacity damaged in the third imposed war, but the effects will not become visible until the coming years. He said public cooperation through energy management and conservation will be essential and decisive in getting through the summer ahead.

Need for nationwide campaign to reform consumption patterns

SHANA (Tehran) - President emphasized the need for a nationwide public mobilization campaign to reform consumption patterns, saying the government’s goal is not merely to implement a technical initiative but to foster a public culture focused on reducing energy consumption and making more efficient use of the country’s resources.

Reconstruction of industries damaged in third imposed war must accelerate

SHANA (Tehran) - First vice president said efforts to rebuild, modernize and rehabilitate industries damaged during the third imposed war should move more quickly so the effects are felt in the economy and people’s livelihoods.

Continued oil production, exports during third imposed war praised

SHANA (Tehran) – The vice chairman of the Parliament’s Energy Committee praised the Oil Ministry’s performance during the war and under enemy attacks, saying the continued production and export of oil, fuel supply for the public, and gas distribution during the Third Imposed War were commendable.

Human capital programs at NISOC prioritize operational workforce

SHANA (Tehran) – The human resources director of the National Iranian South Oilfields Company emphasized the need to boost employee morale and motivation, highlighting measures already implemented to support the company’s workforce. He said that because a significant portion of employees are stationed in operational areas, human capital policies are designed and executed with priority given to operational staff.

Gov’t trusts oil industry’s capability;

Repairs to damaged facilities progressing at good pace

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s first vice president said the government has full confidence in the oil industry’s capabilities, adding that there is no concern about rebuilding units damaged in the third imposed war, relying on God and domestic capacities.

Oil industry’s passive defense requirements in wartime conditions

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of passive defense at Oil Ministry announced the appointment of a senior commander for five key areas — South Pars, Mahshahr, Kharg Island, South Oilfields and Bandar Abbas — to improve coordination and synergy during emergencies.

National pride among oil industry workers is exemplary: MP

SHANA (Tehran) – A member of parliament’s Energy Committee said the organizational culture and national pride among workers in the oil industry are exemplary, adding that despite enemy attacks on some oil and gas facilities, the efforts of employees in this vital sector prevented disruptions to fuel supply, gas distribution and other oil industry operations.

NIGC:

Reconstruction begins on gas refineries damaged in third imposed war

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of National Iranian Gas Company announced the start of reconstruction work on two gas refineries damaged during the third imposed war, saying efforts are underway to bring them back online on schedule.

Oil industry remains resilient on front lines of third imposed war

SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s oil industry was on the front lines of the third imposed war, a member of parliament’s Economic Committee said, adding that the Oil Ministry is prepared for any scenario under wartime conditions.

Damaged oil facilities to be rebuilt with support from gov’t, Parliament

SHANA (Tehran) – The deputy chairman of parliamentary Energy Committee said the Oil Ministry performed well during the third imposed war, adding that damaged oil facilities will be rebuilt with support from the government and Parliament.

Oil Ministry’s wartime service to people called commendable

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of Parliament’s Energy Committee said the committee stands with the Oil Ministry, adding that the ministry was among the country’s top service providers to the people during the third imposed war.

NPC prioritizes raw material supply for essential goods

SHANA (Tehran) – The head of the National Petrochemical Company said securing raw materials for essential goods is the industry’s top priority, pledging to support downstream industries and speed up repairs of production units to address shortages.

Sepahan Oil Company delivers good news to industry retirees

SHANA (Tehran) – The CEO of Sepahan Oil Company said the company has successfully collected 15 years of overdue payments following intervention by the oil minister, a move that will directly benefit retired oil industry workers who hold shares in the firm.

Minister: Oil industry’s damaged facilities being rebuilt as quickly as possible

SHANA (Tehran) – Oil minister said rebuilding damaged oil industry facilities is a priority and is now progressing well.

Vice Presidency for Science supports reconstruction of damaged oil facilities

SHANA (Tehran) - The vice president for science, technology and knowledge-based economy said during a visit to Mobin Energy Persian Gulf Company and the South Pars refineries in Asaluyeh that efforts are underway to accelerate reconstruction of damaged oil industry facilities by leveraging technological tools and capabilities, including first-time manufacturing programs supported by knowledge-based companies.

Oil industry workers thwart enemy plot with determined effort

SHANA (Tehran) - Oil industry workers have foiled an enemy plot through sustained and determined efforts, the head of parliament’s Economic Committee said.

Spox: Iran, as a member of OPEC, remains committed to its obligations

SHANA (Tehran) – The Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Iran adheres to its commitments as an OPEC member and believes the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries serves the interests of its member states.

Oil facilities to be rebuilt in shortest time under Oil Ministry management

SHANA (Tehran) – The spokesperson for Parliament’s Economic Committee said damaged oil facilities will be rebuilt and returned to production as quickly as possible through the management of the oil industry and cooperation between the government and parliament.

Fuel supply did not stop during wartime due to efforts by oil industry workers

SHANA (Tehran) – A member of the Parliament’s Economic Committee said that although some of the country’s petrochemical plants and refineries were targeted during the third imposed war, fuel supply continued thanks to the dedication of oil industry workers.

Oil Ministry to support tech projects damaged in third imposed war

SHANA (Tehran) – The Oil Ministry will support technology projects that sustained damage during the third imposed war, a senior official said.

Seven OPEC+ states adjust production, reaffirm commitment to market stability

SHANA (Tehran) – The seven OPEC+ countries, which previously announced additional voluntary adjustments in April and November 2023, namely Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman met virtually on May 3, 2026, to review global market conditions and outlook.