Energy

Iraq crude production strong in June

Operational disruptions caused by the Israel-Iran war do not appear to have affected Iraqi crude output, which was virtually unchanged from May to June.

The 8th Seismic Division of Iraq's state Oil Exploration Company conducts a seismic survey at the Hadab project in Ninewa province in July 2025. (Photo credit: Oil Ministry)

May 13, 2011

Beyond the Headlines: May 2-8

Oil professionals protest for jobsElectricity Ministry discusses Iran debtsDelays in Kirkuk reconciliationZubair wellhead fire extinguished

May 12, 2011

Iraq moves forward on strategic pipelines

The Oil Ministry has contracted the Canadian consultancy SNC-Lavalin to help develop strategic pipelines to Syria and Turkey.

May 11, 2011

Iraq criticized for oil metering delays

Auditors cannot reconcile oil revenues and expenditures because Iraq cannot fully measure its flow of crude

Apr 26, 2011

Iraq optimistic on delayed Shell gas deal

A top Iraqi oil ministry official says the 3-year talks on a joint venture with Shell to capture flared gas may end next week.

Apr 21, 2011

Q&A: Joost Hiltermann

The International Crisis Group's Iraq expert talks about the future of U.S. troops, the gap in security in northern Iraq, and what responsibility is on the shoulders of the country's politicians.

Apr 19, 2011

Basra hotels welcome influx of investors

As the oil sector booms and security improves, companies are setting up shop in Basra's budding luxury hotels.

Apr 7, 2011

Roadblocks slow Lukoil, IOCs

Russian oil firm lowers expectations for short-term production gains, as other oil and gas deals face political challenges.

Apr 6, 2011

Iraq adds more red tape to visa process

A new $82 fee for single-entry visa holders is the latest hurdle for foreign investors wishing to enter Iraq.

Mar 28, 2011

Iraq faces another summer of electricity problems

Electricity Ministry will only minimally improve power supply this summer, amidst ongoing protests over government service failures.

Mar 23, 2011

Iraq bullish on Fao storage, south export expansion

Before Iraq can reach its ambitious oil production and export goals, it must massively expand transmission and storage capacity. As construction begins, IOR takes a tour of the oil sector's new infrastructure.