A massive fire broke out at Libya’s Zawiya refinery on Monday, August 11, 2026, following a drone attack. The national oil company has issued a warning that it may halt operations at the refinery, which is the largest currently operating in the country, if such drone attacks continue. The incident raises concerns over the stability of Libya’s oil infrastructure and its impact on the energy sector.

The company’s statement highlights the uncertainty surrounding the refinery’s future operations amid security threats.

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