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Israel's Leviathan Gas Field Resumes Amid Hezbollah Threats

4/5/2026

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Israel's Leviathan natural gas field resumed operations after over 30 days of inactivity caused by Operation Roaring Lion.
The restart follows assessments by the Energy and Infrastructure Ministry, with Tamar remaining the only operational gas rig during the conflict.
Officials warn of Hezbollah attacks near the Karish platform, and the closure cost Israel NIS 1.5 billion.
Energean, operator of Karish, supports Leviathan's resumption and coordinates with authorities on Karish's status.

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Story summary

Israel's Leviathan natural gas field resumed operations after over 30 days of inactivity caused by Operation Roaring Lion.
The restart follows assessments by the Energy and Infrastructure Ministry, with Tamar remaining the only operational gas rig during the conflict.
Officials warn of Hezbollah attacks near the Karish platform, and the closure cost Israel NIS 1.5 billion.
Energean, operator of Karish, supports Leviathan's resumption and coordinates with authorities on Karish's status.