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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)

Blast stops northern oil exports

The northern export pipeline has stopped working after an attack in an area that was once a major scene of insurgent attacks.

Brits back in Basra

Parliament ratifies new security accord with UK, British Navy to return for training Iraqi Navy on oil terminal protection.

Q&A: Security Snapshot

Michael Knights of security firm Olive Groups explains the security trends in Iraq, with an eye on the energy sector.

Iraqi forces step up oil protection

Recent attacks highlight decreasing vulnerability of oil and gas infrastructure and increasing ability of Iraq’s security forces to respond.

Prevention, attacks target oil

Basra refinery targeted days after Jihadist website promotes oil sector attacks, while government crackdown causes delays at gas stations.

Oil insecurity

Iraqi officials worry oil export terminals are vulnerable with British Navy gone, but Americans assure vital export routes are safe for now.