IRENA lambastes aggression on Iran’s energy infrastructure
The head of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) strongly condemned US-Israeli attacks on Iran’s energy infrastructure and civilian facilities, calling them a serious violation of national sovereignty, territorial integrity and international law, including the United Nations Charter.
Francesco La Camera, head of the Abu Dhabi-based agency, made the remarks in an official response to Iran's Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi, following a letter from the minister detailing damages from hostile attacks on the country's energy infrastructure, Mehr News Agency reported.
In mid-April, Aliabadi, in a letter to the director-general of the IRENA, stated that an attack on a warehouse of small-scale solar equipment on March 8 caused approximately $1.2 million in losses and destroyed supplies intended to provide electricity for 3,500 households in deprived rural areas.
Aliabadi condemned attacks on the country's renewable energy facilities and called for urgent international action to protect such infrastructure as part of global efforts to combat climate change, according to the letter to Francesco La Camera.
In his response, La Camera emphasized the importance of protecting critical energy, water and other civilian infrastructure, stating that such facilities are essential for stability, sustainable development and the welfare of communities. Referring to his previous statements on recent regional developments, he called for an immediate ceasefire and the launch of constructive dialogue to achieve lasting peace.
The IRENA chief underscored the agency's continued commitment to supporting all member states in enhancing energy security, strengthening the resilience of energy systems and accelerating the transition to sustainable energy.
The response also referenced a message published by La Camera on April 17, 2026, on the social media platform LinkedIn.
In that post, La Camera strongly condemned attacks on energy infrastructure and civilian facilities, expressing concern over regional developments and attacks against certain countries, including the United Arab Emirates, which hosts the agency. He declared full solidarity with the governments and people of affected countries and offered condolences to the families of victims.
The IRENA director-general reiterated that attacks on critical energy and water infrastructure, in addition to threatening countries' national security, would have widespread consequences for global energy security, system resilience and economic stability. He emphasized the need for an immediate halt to hostilities and a return to dialogue.