The Interior Ministry has announced the completion of all maintenance and damage remediation works at the Gulf Petrochemical Industries Company (GPIC) facility following a direct strike by an Iranian drone on April 5, 2026.
The attack was described as part of a hostile campaign targeting lives, property, civilian infrastructure and industrial installations – acts that constitute war crimes and are condemned under international norms.
The ministry confirmed that full technical remediation of the ammonia storage tank – where the drone had become lodged, posing a serious ongoing risk – has been completed, with all work carried out to the highest safety standards.
It said swift, pre-emptive government measures to strengthen civil protection and safeguard residents helped avert potentially catastrophic consequences. An ammonia leak, it noted, could have spread over several kilometres, causing mass casualties and endangering nearby communities.
The Interior Ministry commended GPIC for its proactive decision to drain the ammonia tank prior to the intervention – a critical step given its location in a densely populated area.
The ministry added that all residents evacuated from the surrounding areas have now returned home. The voluntary evacuation covered a two-kilometre radius, including institutions, facilities and parts of Residential Complex 619, with alternative accommodation provided as a precaution.
Throughout the operation, strict safety protocols were maintained to prevent any leakage or risk to the community.
The ministry expressed appreciation to residents for their co-operation and compliance with safety instructions issued by authorities.
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