A drone attack caused a significant fire at the Zawiya oil refinery, Libya’s largest operational facility.
On Tuesday, August 11th, 2026, a drone attack ignited gasoline at Libya's Zawiya oil refinery, the country's largest operational oil processing facility. The incident resulted in a raging fire at the site. Details regarding casualties or damage extent have not been disclosed.
The Zawiya refinery is a critical asset for Libya's oil industry, and the attack raises concerns about the security of vital infrastructure in the region.
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