Iraqis protest over summer blackouts and water shortages

Power struggle in Thi Qar met with reform protests

Protests erupt in Thi Qar over unemployment, corruption, and poor services.

Iraq announces record high electricity generation

The Iraqi government on Tuesday announced a record high electricity generation, coinciding with ongoing protests over shortages.

Four killed, several injured in Afrin amid anti-Turkish protests

Anti-Turkish protests across several areas in Syria’s northwest led to clashes with Turkish forces, killing four and wounding at least 20 more.

Electricity: Iraq’s endless shortage

Many Iraqis rely on power generators as the government struggles to provide consistent electricity.

No president elected; Iranian election go for run-off

Iran is set to hold Presidential race run-off on July 5, after a record low turnout election ended with a reformist candidate up front.

Thi Qar protestors close down government building

Thi Qar protestors closed down provincial council and governorate buildings on Wednesday, expressing their anger as their 48 hour ultimatum to the government regarding electricity came to an end.

Iraq contracts two Kurdish companies to fill electricity gap

The Iraqi government on Monday decided to contract two Kurdish companies to fill electricity shortage in the country, after days of protests across different provinces.