Libyan authorities battle major blaze at oil refinery after third drone strike in two days
Libyan authorities are battling a major blaze at the Zawiya oil refinery after it was struck for the third time in two days. The repeated attacks on the country's energy infrastructure have raised concern among officials and market observers.
Libyan authorities are working to contain a major blaze at the Zawiya oil refinery after the facility was struck for the third time in two days. Monday's drone strike marked the latest in a string of attacks on the site.
Officials said firefighting operations were ongoing, with the refinery sustaining significant damage from the repeated strikes. The attacks have raised fresh concern about the vulnerability of the country's energy production capacity.
The string of strikes on one of Libya's key oil facilities underscores how instability in the region continues to threaten the country's energy exports and broader economy. International observers are watching closely for any wider impact on oil markets.
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