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U.S. sanctions on Lukoil threaten Iraq oil production drop

There is no backup plan for operating the 480,000 bpd West Qurna-2 field, with some Iraqi officials worrying production might need to be cut within weeks.
A ceremony at the West Qurna 2 oil field in Basra to mark the opening of two new well complexes on June 1, 2023. (JASSIM AL-JABIRI/Iraq Oil Report)
Jun 23, 2010

Shahristani given temporary power portfolio

Amid a heat wave of protests and politics, the resigning electricity minister’s portfolio will go to the oil minister, though electricity officials deny the hand-over will take place.

Jun 22, 2010

Iraq’s Electricity Minister Resigns

Electricity Minister Kareem Wahid Hasan has resigned amid growing discontent with his handling of the country's chronic power shortages.

Jun 21, 2010

Power protests

Weekend protests – killing at least one and injuring more – are continuing Monday, as Iraq’s political and electricity problems come to a head.

Jun 15, 2010

Low tide for Iraq’s hydropower plants

Facing reduced flow in Iraq's largest rivers, the Electricity Ministry is giving up on hydroelectric power and planning for gas turbines to help overcome the country’s electricity shortages.

May 28, 2010

Plans vague, rely on oil

A new 5-year plan for economic and social development in Iraq offers little details, but relies on oil exports to double and fund projects that will only succeed if security improves.