Ministry of Petroleum
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Oil ministry
🚫 Sanctions record
Ministry of Petroleum (Oil ministry) is designated on the US Treasury's OFAC Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list under the SDGT, IFSR programs. Artesh has recorded 84 mentions in news coverage, most recently on September 16, 2026.
- Listed name
- MINISTRY OF PETROLEUM
- Programs
- SDGT, IFSR
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Ceremony Honoring Retired Colleagues
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Oil Industry on the Path of Technological Leap and Domestic Production
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Iran Increases Subsidized Gas Prices by 100%
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Omid Shakeri Appointed as Acting Head of National Petrochemical Company
Omid Shakeri has been appointed as the acting head of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) by the Minister of Oil. This change in leadership is…
Iran Launches Urgent Plan to Boost Onshore Gas Production
The Iranian Minister of Oil has launched an urgent plan to enhance gas production in the onshore sector, emphasizing the use of all available resources.…
India Ensures Full Domestic Energy Supply Amid West Asia Tensions; Citizens Urged Against Panic Buying
The Indian Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has confirmed a 100% supply of domestic LPG, PNG, and CNG amid tensions in West Asia, urging…
India Maintains Stable LPG Deliveries Amid West Asia Tensions
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India Secures Crude Oil Supplies for Two Months Amid West Asia Crisis
India's government confirmed that it has secured enough crude oil supplies to last for two months amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia. Sujata Sharma,…
India Assures Adequate Fuel Stocks Amid Shortage Rumors
India's Oil Ministry has announced that the country has sufficient fuel stocks to last for 60 days, countering misinformation about potential shortages. This statement aims…
India's Petroleum Ministry Increases Non-Domestic LPG Allocation to 70% of Pre-Crisis Levels
The Petroleum Ministry of India has increased the non-domestic LPG allocation quota for states to 70% of pre-crisis levels, following reforms by several states. This…
India Prioritizes Piped Natural Gas Connections Amid West Asia Conflict, Impacts on Iranian Energy
The Government of India has directed city gas distribution companies to prioritize piped natural gas connections for commercial entities amid ongoing conflicts in West Asia…
Shiv Sena Discusses Government's LPG Allocation Amid West Asia Conflict
Shiv Sena spokesperson Shaina NC addressed the government's proactive measures in response to the West Asia conflict, highlighting LPG allocation priorities communicated by the Ministry…
India's Petroleum Ministry Confirms Sufficient Crude Oil Supply and Normal Fuel Operations
The Indian Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas confirmed that there is no shortage of crude oil in the country, ensuring stable fuel supply. This…
Russia to Increase Its Role in Iran's Oil Production
During a televised interview, Mostafa Barzegar announced that Russia's share in Iran's oil production is set to increase. This development comes amid ongoing economic cooperation…
Oil Minister: Decisions on Gasoline Go Beyond the Ministry of Oil and Involve Security Institutions
Iran's Oil Minister stated that decisions on gasoline pricing involve a broader working group that includes various institutions beyond just the Ministry of Oil. This…
Government News Agencies: Inability to Sell Oil and Manage Basic Goods Market is the Reason for Price Increases
Iranian news agencies report that the government's inability to manage the market for basic goods and the Ministry of Oil's failure to sell oil are…
The Launch of 5000 Toman Gasoline Across Iran Has Begun
Iran has launched a three-tier gasoline pricing plan, effective December 13, 2023. This plan maintains subsidized prices for regular consumers while imposing a higher rate…
Member of the Energy Commission: Burning Mazut is Authorized by the Supreme National Security Council
Abdolreza Sepahvand revealed that the burning of mazut in Iranian power plants is sanctioned by the Supreme National Security Council, allowing for significant daily consumption.…