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Libya Oil Output Halved by Protests Amid Power Crisis
28 Jul
Summary
- Protests in Libya briefly halted gas flow to power plants.
- A key oil field saw its output reduced by half due to protests.
- Energy operations have since resumed following the brief disruption.
Protesters in Libya have caused temporary disruptions to the nation's vital energy sector. The demonstrations led to a brief halt in gas supplies destined for power plants. Additionally, output from the El-Feel oil field was significantly impacted, reduced by half. This field has the capacity to produce up to 90,000 barrels of oil per day.
The disruptions occurred as Libyan authorities grapple with a severe electricity crisis affecting the country. While the protests were short-lived, they underscore the vulnerability of Libya's energy infrastructure. Fortunately, operations at the El-Feel oil field have since resumed, and gas flows to power facilities have been restored.
