Iran Expects Oil Refining Capacity Recovery After US-Israeli Attacks

Iran has expressed optimism about restoring its damaged oil infrastructure following recent attacks attributed to the United States and Israel.

According to Iranian Deputy Oil Minister Mohammad Sadegh Azimifar, the country expects to recover between 70 to 80 percent of its disrupted oil refining capacity within the next two months.

Speaking to Iranian media, Azimifar stated that partial operations at the Lavan Refinery could resume within approximately 10 days.

He noted that restoration work is progressing steadily despite the significant damage caused by the strikes on key energy facilities.

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Meanwhile, Ebrahim Azizi, head of Iran’s parliamentary National Security Council, addressed broader strategic measures during an interview with Russian media.

Azizi announced that every vessel passing through the Strait of Hormuz would be required to pay tolls under a newly proposed control system.

He further emphasized that Iran would establish stronger control and management over the Strait of Hormuz in line with national interests, adding that the country cannot rely on the United States.