The KRG is no longer transferring oil to federal authorities as prescribed in the 2015 budget and is seeking a better deal – with or without Baghdad.

The end of President Barzani's final term – just two months away – has reignited fundamental arguments over the structure of Kurdistan's incomplete democracy.

Baghdad and Erbil continue implementing their oil export and revenue sharing agreement, despite falling short of each other's expectations.

Local residents shut access to the super-giant field to demand jobs protecting energy infrastructure.

After the KRG helped facilitate a record month for Iraqi exports, Baghdad has transferred $445 million.