Tag Archive for 'Northern Iraq'

North pipeline security questioned

North pipeline security questioned

Iraqi and U.S. security officials say it’s not a coincidence the four recent attacks on the northern oil pipeline occurred under the watch of the 4th Iraqi Army Division.

The Kirkuk timebomb's timeline

The Kirkuk timebomb's timeline

Highlights of the low points in the multi-generational fight over Kirkuk between Iraqi Arabs and Kurds, from genocide to legislative deadlock.

Oil Ministry expert: no KRG payments

Top adviser to Shahristani said the KRG on its own to find payments for oil contracts.

Questions over DNO affair prompt Iraqi Parliament query

Questions over DNO affair prompt Iraqi Parliament query

Energy committee mixed in response, at least want formal written explanation from KRG, some calling for an investigation into the stock deal.

DNO lashes out at Bors

The Norwegian oil firms’ shares plummet as trading resumes following the temporarily suspension following the explosive dispute with Kurdistan Regional Government.

Early questions for potential powerhouse

Early questions for potential powerhouse

Long way to go from draft bill to Iraq National Oil Company law gives room for concerns to be addressed by political and technical debate.

Lingering in the pipeline

Oil exports from northern fields doesn’t mean a deal on KRG oil contracts, even those exporting now, and a compromise is made more complex by gas deal.

KRG election lists

In preparation for the parliament and presidential election in Iraqi Kurdistan's provinces in 24 days, here are the election lists.

Combating female circumcision

Activist describes challenges facing those trying to end the controversial practice in Iraqi Kurdistan.

Kurds from Syria eye KRG

Syria's persecuted Kurdish minority see Iraq's Kurdistan region as safe haven.