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Iraqi wartime production cuts reach 3.6 million bpd

Iraq is navigating acute logistical and infrastructure challenges to maximize refinery consumption and exports while the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
Workers from the state-run Iraqi Drilling Company (IDC) work on a well at the West Qurna 1 field in Basra in March 2026. (Photo credit: IDC)

Beyond the Headlines: July 18-24

Iraq negotiates Syria export deal U.S. funds Basra refinery project Kirkuk reconciliation official killed Measures against electricity thieves

Beyond the Headlines: July 4-10

More oil infrastructure attacks Baghdad moves on power plant deals Dhi Qar leaders decry U.S. forces Violence spikes in Anbar

Iraq oil money retains US protection

American immunities still protect Iraqi money held in U.S., but expiration of U.N. sanctions leaves other assets vulnerable to reparations and debt claims.

Beyond the Headlines: June 20-26

Rocket attacks shake Basra Senior electricity official killed Pay raise for oil port workers Indentured laborers end hunger strike