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Israel Strikes Iran's South Pars, Largest Petrochemical Facility

06 April, 2026.Iran.14 sources

Key Takeaways

Israeli and U.S. strike hit Iran's South Pars petrochemical complex in Asaluyeh.
The largest Iranian petrochemical plant was taken out of use after strikes.
Facility accounts for about 85% of Iran's petrochemical exports.

South Pars Strike

Israel struck Iran's South Pars petrochemical facility, the largest such facility in Iran.

“US-Israeli strike hits petrochemical complex in southwestern Iran Israeli defense minister claims key facilities knocked out Mohammad Sio April 06, 2026•Update: April 06, 2026 Archive ISTANBUL A US-Israeli strike targeted Iran’s South Pars petrochemical complex in the southwestern energy hub of Asaluyeh on Monday, according to Iranian media reports”

Anadolu Ajansı

The targeted facilities account for approximately 85% of Iran's petrochemical exports.

Anadolu Ajansı

Katz emphasized the sector funds the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

The strike came hours before Trump's deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran rejected a 45-day ceasefire proposal and wants a permanent end to the war.

Economic and Military Impact

The South Pars gas field is the world's largest natural gas reserve shared between Iran and Qatar.

Israeli strikes represent a severe economic blow amounting to tens of billions of dollars.

Haaretz

Netanyahu and Katz instructed the IDF to intensify attacks on infrastructure.

The petrochemical industry funds Iran's military activities, including the IRGC.

Human Cost and Regional Escalation

Iranian media reported explosions and that utility providers were targeted.

“- i24NEWS - Middle East - Iran & Eastern States - Katz confirms: The IDF struck the largest petrochemical facility in Iran Katz confirms: The IDF struck the largest petrochemical facility in Iran The facilities account for approximately 85% of Iran’s petrochemical exports”