Iran Restores 40% of Damaged South Pars Gas Field Capacity

The South Pars gas field in Iran has seen significant damage after an Israeli strike earlier this year. According to Iranian deputy oil minister Ahmad Zeraatkar, 40% of the damaged capacity has been restored.

This is a major development for the country's energy exports, which are crucial for government finances. The restoration of 40% of the capacity is seen as a positive step forward, but it will still take at least two years to rebuild the facility fully.

Zeraatkar stated that targeting energy infrastructure is a deliberate attempt by the US and Israel to curtail Iran's ability to provide for its citizens. This has led to disruptions in oil sales, which have decreased due to the US blockade but continue nonetheless.