CCTV shows workers staying at work during Israel's strikes on Iran petrochemical complex
Newly released CCTV footage shows workers continuing their duties until the final moments during air strikes on a major petrochemical complex in Bandar Imam Khomeini, Iranian media reported on Saturday.
The footage, released by Iranian outlets, appears to show staff remaining at their posts at the Bandar Imam petrochemical complex during what officials described as heavy air strikes on April 4.
Despite the bombardment, workers are seen attempting to manage key systems and reduce potential damage.
According to the reports, the strikes were carried out by the United States and Israel, targeting critical infrastructure within the facility.
The complex is one of Iran’s largest petrochemical hubs.
Newly released CCTV footage from the Bandar Imam Petrochemical Complex captures several brave employees refusing to leave their posts until the very last minute despite the heavy US-Israeli bombardment.
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The video has circulated widely on social media, where workers have been praised for their professionalism and commitment under dangerous conditions.
Officials said the strikes hit two key utility plants supplying gas, electricity, and industrial water to more than 50 production units within the complex, forcing a complete halt in operations.
Following the attack, production at the facility was fully suspended.
Iranian authorities said the site is among the country’s most important industrial centres, producing around 72 million tonnes of petrochemical products annually.
The complex, located near Mahshahr and Bandar Imam Khomeini, provides direct or indirect employment to an estimated 300,000 people.
Its output includes basic chemicals, polymers, plastics, textiles, fertilisers, and materials used in medical supplies, according to officials.