Iraqi power stations halt operations amid reduced Iranian gas supply

Iraq’s Ministry of Electricity said that several power stations stopped working after Iran reduced its daily gas supply to Iraq by nearly half, resulting in a roughly 3,800 megawatt shortfall from the national energy grid amid a summer heatwave.

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Iraq rejects KRG’s oil contracts with US firms

Baghdad has dismissed as illegitimate the recent signing of an agreement between the Kurdistan Regional Government and US energy companies to develop oil and gas fields in Sulaimani.

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Iraq, Azerbaijan discuss gas imports

Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov met with top Iraqi officials, discussing prospects for cooperation between Iraq and the gas-rich Azerbaijan. The energy discussions come amid recent moves by Baghdad to end its reliance on Iran for the country's energy needs.

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Iraq to invest 70 percent of flare gas captures by the end of the year: Oil Minister

Despite producing over three billion cubic feet of natural gas daily, Iraq continues to flare a substantial portion due to inadequate processing infrastructure. 

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Iraqi PM orders removal of obstacles to expedite gas pipeline to Baghdad power plant

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani has ordered the removal of obstacles delaying the gas pipeline from Mahmudiya district to Bismayah power station.

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Iraq’s power brokers stumble in the shadow of US sanctions

Iraq’s political system stands at a crossroads: it must either sacrifice its current relationship with Iran to evade US sanctions or risk a popular uprising that could destabilize it. Strengthening ties with neighboring states and forging new partnerships may be the only way to reduce reliance on Iran and shield Iraq from sanctions without triggering internal collapse.

Alfadhel Ahmad

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Iraq denies receiving US notice on ending Iranian gas import waiver

Iraq’s electricity ministry said Thursday that it has not received any official notice from the US about ending the waiver which permits Baghdad to purchase Iranian gas.

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Iraq anticipates increased Iranian gas supplies despite US pressure

Iraq has long relied on imports of electricity and gas from Iran, but has faced difficulties paying for these imports due to US sanctions. Previous US administrations have repeatedly renewed a waiver permitting Iraq to purchase Iranian electricity, as the country continues to struggle with providing power to its people

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Iraq anticipates Iranian gas exports to resume next week amid power struggles

Iranian gas exports to Iraq, crucial for powering the country’s national grid, remain suspended due to ongoing maintenance in Iran, causing significant power shortages across Iraq. The Iraqi Ministry of Electricity expects the exports to resume next week.

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