Security

Iraq braces for change after Syria upheaval

Leaders across the political spectrum in Baghdad foresee new security threats, shifting political dynamics, and impacts on energy trade.

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani discusses events in Syria at a meeting of the State Administration Coalition — the major political groups in Sudani's governing coalition — on Dec. 8, 2024. (Photo credit: Prime Minister's Office)

Jan 6, 2012

Deadly attacks continue as Iraqi leaders feud

A series of bombings Thursday targeted Shiites, killing at least 68, while a political conflict continues to stoke sectarian mistrust.

Dec 15, 2011

Rumaila bounces back after bombing

Iraq's largest oil field has almost fully recovered from Tuesday's pipeline bombing, which took half of its production off line.

Dec 14, 2011

Pipeline bombs cut Rumaila flow, threaten exports

Production in Iraq's largest oil field has been cut and exports may suffer after saboteurs bombed the same section of pipeline targeted in an October attack.

Dec 13, 2011

Q&A: The new head of Iraq’s energy security

The head of the Energy Police, a new directorate in charge of all energy infrastructure protection, describes his organization and its challenges on the eve of the U.S. withdrawal.

Nov 29, 2011

Security problems stymie Basra conference

In the wake of a deadly bombing, the biggest players in Basra's oil sector backed out of a conference meant to highlight Iraq's investment opportunities.

Oct 11, 2011

Rumaila production recovering after bombings

The country's largest oil field is up to nearly 1 million bpd and officials are plotting security fixes after pipeline bombings drastically cut output.

Oct 8, 2011

Explosions considered terrorism in Basra oil field

Attacks late Friday in Rumaila took out four pipelines and halted output, though didn't affect exports, officials said.

Sep 2, 2011

Oil companies forced to take taxis at Basra airport

In the latest red-tape rule that could stifle oil field development, foreign oil company officials have to ditch their security before entering airport grounds.

Aug 15, 2011

Violence shakes Iraq during Ramadan lull

Halfway through a relatively calm Ramadan, security is shattered by seemingly coordinated attacks nationwide.

Jul 7, 2011

Oil Police doubles down on security

After being temporarily removed from leading Beiji refinery security, the Oil Police is revamping its strategy and increasing its presence.