Drone Attack Hits Power Facility Near Libya's Key Oil Hub

An unmanned aerial vehicle targeted an electricity subst…

An unmanned aerial vehicle targeted an electricity substation in Zawiya, a western Libyan city that hosts the country’s biggest petroleum processing plant, according to local sources on Wednesday.

The strike caused a temporary disruption to power supply in parts of the city, though engineers were reported to have restored service within hours. No casualties were immediately confirmed, and the extent of damage to the facility remained under assessment.

Zawiya, located roughly 40 kilometers west of Tripoli, is strategically significant due to its oil refinery, which has a capacity to process around 120,000 barrels per day. The area has been a flashpoint for sporadic clashes between rival armed groups vying for control of energy infrastructure and political influence.

This incident marks the latest in a series

This incident marks the latest in a series of attacks targeting critical utilities in Libya, where the fragile security situation continues to undermine stability. Analysts note that such strikes often aim to disrupt revenue flows or exert pressure on the internationally recognized government.

No group has yet claimed responsibility for the drone attack. Authorities in the region have launched an investigation, while residents remain wary of further escalations that could threaten both energy output and civilian safety.

International observers have reiterated calls for a unified national strategy to protect vital installations, urging all parties to avoid actions that could deepen the country’s prolonged crisis.