Iraqi oil sector weathers Iran conflict
Production and exports have not suffered major interruptions so far, but exodus of foreign oil workers and border closures highlight risks of disruption.
Iraqi Oil Minister Hayyan Abdulghani (center left, red tie) visits the Rumaila oil field on March 2, 2025. (Photo credit: Oil Ministry)
BAGHDAD/BASRA - Iraqi oil production and exports are continuing without interruption, although the conflict in Iran has prompted several international oil companies to withdraw hundreds of foreign personnel from Iraq.
Nearly a dozen Iraqi oil officials said that, as of Monday night, production and export levels have not been affected so far by Israeli and U.S. attacks on Iran and Iranian retaliations.
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