Palestinian “survivors” in no-man’s land
Banished from Iraq and barred from its neighbors, Palestinian refugees languish along Syrian frontier.
Iraq wants to cut Kuwait payments
Iraq seeks to halve compensation for Kuwait as the row over war reparations damages already-strained relations.
Iraqi officials’ dual nationality criticized
The dual nationality of a number of Iraqi officials is provoking a heated debate about the allegiances and interests of dual-passport holders within Iraqi political circles.
KRG election lists
In preparation for the parliament and presidential election in Iraqi Kurdistan’s provinces in 24 days, here are the election lists.
Kirkuk feels the power
For the first time since the invasion of Iraq in 2003 an Iraqi city has 24-hour power supply.
One oil field awarded, many questions remain
Iraq’s Oil Ministry must decide what next after putting eight oil and gas fields up for foreign oil investors.
Iraq oil exports, revenue up
New ministry data gives continued positive sign to oil income and exports, with the north covering the southern flow dip.
Weather delays Iraq oil bids
Media continues coverage of Iraq contracts up for foreign investment, though sand storms have delayed the process for at least one day and Shahristani is set to return to Parliament.
One month til KRG elections
Stalwart parties and reformist-minded challengers mix it up for Iraqi Kurdistan provinces’ government election, and a new controversial constitution.
Addax confirms China purchase
Firm active in Iraqi Kurdistan to be purchased by overseas arm of one of China’s state oil company.
Oil in Parliament’s scope
Iraq’s oil minister is in the midst of a two-day session explaining oil matters to fired-up MPs. Meanwhile, the Nassiriya project is delayed until after bidding round.
Shahristani vs.
Iraq’s oil minister faces critics on a number of fronts, some rooted in technical expertise, others in politics that plague the country.
Iraqis say “hands off” to Iran
Many praise Tehran protesters but hope Iran keeps out of their country’s domestic affairs.
Election fever rises in Iraqi Kurdistan
Competition stiff for parliamentary seats in what many believe will be a hotly-contested campaign.
Ninawa poultry industry faces collapse
Costs are up, subsidies down, Iraqi poultry farmers also must compete against imports.
Iraqis react to Iranian election
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s disputed re-election as President of Iran has raised new questions about relations between the two neighbouring countries.
