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Basra tanker attack marks deepening crisis for Iraq oil sector

Iraq is facing a widening array of security threats and economic consequences from the Iran war.
Iraqi ports director Farhan al-Fartousi (right) conducts an inspection on March 12, 2026, of the site of an Iranian attack on oil tankers the previous night. (Photo credit: General Company for Ports of Iraq)

Ahdab oil field raided by gunmen

Assailants breached security, detained guards and staff, and stole money and equipment in an attack blamed on gang-style robbery rather than terrorism.