The deputy prime minister for energy preempts critics in a televised cabinet meeting intended to be a confidence builder at the government's 100 day deadline.
Shahristani leads government charge into summer
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Strategic KRG pipelines near completion
In a major step towards greater energy sector efficiency – and autonomy from Baghdad – Kurdistan is almost done building the first leg of key gas and oil pipelines.
Electricity Ministry defiant as investigation begins
Ministry denies accusations it failed to prevent fraud, as Shahristani launches investigation that could lead to the minister’s firing.
After contracting debacle, Shahristani to head Electricity Ministry
Hussain al-Shahristani is reprising his role as acting electricity minister, after Ra'ad Shalal al-Ani resigned amidst controversy.
In disputed territories, a thin line between politics and violence
With their armies still locked in a standoff, the KRG and Baghdad are fighting political battles – over territory, power, and oil – that risk escalating into armed conflict.
War-weary Syrians seek food, fuel in new trade with Kurdistan
Through an informal border crossing overseen by the KRG, thousands of Syrians are traveling on foot each day to and from Iraqi Kurdistan to buy food and fuel for their families.
Shahristani going to Mecca instead of Parliament – UPDATE
Oil Minister coming off week of oil deal signings, will not be in Parliament for scheduled Nov. 11 questioning.
Legislators fight over Shahristani questioning
Members of Parliament who back Oil Minister Hussain al-Shahristani take to the media in response to opponents who have alleged corruption and evasion.
Shahristani ends government boycott
Former Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Hussain al-Shahristani and his Mustaqiloun political bloc announced they would end a boycott of the new government Thursday.
Iraq’s Yezidi minority faces massacre
Many thousands of members of Iraq's Yezidi minority in Ninewa province are likely to die unless they can be rescued from extremist militants.
Workers, oil field survive IS assault
IS fighters launched a multi-pronged assault on Kirkuk area villages and oil infrastructure, but they were ultimately repelled, and hostages survived by tricking the militants.
KRG gas plant’s potential hangs on negotiations
The Khor Mor gas facility has powered Kurdistan's development, but its potential has been hampered by political and economic uncertainty, and its future hinges on ongoing contract talks.
In the theatre of oil, the politics of Iraq
The grand oil auction Dec. 11 and 12 required a breakout performance for Iraqi Oil Minister Hussain al-Shahristani in time for the national elections.
Shahristani in Parliament
Oil Minister summoned by Parliament as differences intensify in Iraq.
Shahristani out of oil, in for Maliki deputy
New post to coordinate all energy policies allows PM Maliki to retain power in case he doesn't keep Oil Ministry.
Iraq talks tough with Exxon
As negotiations with Exxon begin, Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Hussain al-Shahristani said the Iraqi government won't condone contracts signed with Kurdistan.
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.
Analysis: What was Exxon thinking?
Exxon risked its stake in a super-giant Iraqi field and cast its lot with Kurdistan. The gamble might not be as risky as it seems.
Oil law deal unlikely this year
After politicians optimistically touted a new oil law negotiating framework, the two sides have yet to meet and positions remain entrenched.
Iraq oil fight worsens with budget threat
Baghdad officials call for a cut to the KRG budget after oil shut-in and allegations of smuggling to Iran.
Baghdad re-asserts itself
Shahristani touts record production in outreach to IOCs – including better contract terms – and warnings to KRG, Turkey.
Luaibi to head Oil Ministry, Shahristani to DPM
According to early reports of a still-unfinished government formation process, Deputy Oil Minister Abdul Karim Luaibi will be oil minister.
Who killed Kurdistan’s oil exports?
Secret documents illuminate the agreement that re-started Kurdistan's exports and the reasons for its collapse.
Kurdistan pipeline exports imminent despite Baghdad outcry
With oil filling the KRG's pipeline to the Turkish border, Erbil and Ankara have outlined a mechanism under which exports could start without Baghdad's approval.