Video: Concern over Alleged Abuse of Kurds in Kirkuk
From Al Jazeera. Any opinions expressed are those of the authors, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. About 100,000 Kurds have fled the Kirkuk region since it was retaken by Iraqi forces from Kurdistan's regional government (KRG). The UN says it is worried by reports of civilians being forcibly displaced […]
Baghdad hits back at Rosneft/KRG Deal
By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Oil has hit back at Rosneft's recent decision to enter a production-sharing deal with the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) without its approval. In a statement, the Ministry warned: "The ministry of oil warns seriously all the countries and oil companies from contracting or dealing with any authority inside Iraq […]
Rosneft to Build New Kurdistan Oil Pipeline
Russia's Rosneft and Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) have announced the start of joint implementation of an infrastructure project for the operation of the oil pipeline in the Kurdish Autonomous Region. According to a statement from Rosneft, its share in the project "may amount to 60%". "The other project participant with 40% share will be KAR […]
Kurdish Elections to be Suspended
In a statement released on October 18, the Kurdish Independent High Electoral and Referendum Commission (IHERC) said it had decided to suspend the preparations for the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections, due to be held on November 1, due to the recent violence in Kirkuk and other disputed territories. The suspension is due to not […]
GKP Confirms Shaikan Operating Securely
Gulf Keystone Petroleum (GKP) confirmed on Friday morning that its operations in Kurdistan continue safely and securely with the Company achieving average production of 34,525 bopd from Shaikan since the beginning of October 2017. Shaikan is performing as expected with cumulative production from the field now at 42.4 million barrels, an average of 35,966 bopd […]
KRG welcomes Iraqi PM’s call for Dialogue
The Council of Ministers of the Kurdistan Regional Government held a meeting on Thursday to discuss the latest developments in the region. Prime Minister Nechirvan Barzani and Deputy Prime Minister Qubad Talabani attended the meeting and discussed the situation in Kirkuk and other areas that witnessed tensions and clashes this week. The Council of Ministers […]
UN Concerned about Violence in Tuz Khurmatu & Kirkuk
The United Nations is concerned about reports regarding the destruction and looting of houses, businesses and political offices, and forced displacement of civilians, predominantly Kurds, from disputed areas. The United Nations has received allegations of the burning of about 150 houses in Tuz Khurmatu on 16 and 17 October, by armed groups. There were also […]
New Career Opportunities in Iraq
By John Lee. The United Nations has advertised new positions in Iraq: GBV Manager, International Medical Corps MHPSS Consultant, International Medical Corps Field Coordinator, International Medical Corps Program Coordinator, International Medical Corps Community Liaison Manager, Mines Advisory Group (MAG) Human Resources Assistant, Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Administration Officer, Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) Admin Assistant, Norwegian […]
New Career Opportunities in Iraqi Kurdistan
By John Lee. The United Nations has advertised new positions in Iraqi Kurdistan: Finance Head of Department, Action contre la Faim - ACF International MEAL Officer, Action contre la Faim - ACF International Mental Health and Care Practices/MHPSS Head of Department, Action contre la Faim - ACF International Emergency Team Leader, Oxfam Public Information Officer, […]
Details of Latest Strikes Against ISIS
U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria on Wednesday, conducting 12 strikes consisting of 15 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported yesterday. Officials reported details of yesterday's strikes, noting that assessments of results are based on initial reports. Strikes in Syria In Syria, […]
Luaibi asks BP to Return to Kirkuk Oilfields
By John Lee. Iraqi Oil Minister Jabar Ali al-Luaibi [Allibi, Luiebi] (pictured) has asked UK-based BP to develop the disputed Kirkuk oilfields. The move comes just a day after Baghdad regained control of the area from Kurdish forces. Control of the field remains split between the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and Baghdad’s North Oil Company […]
Genel Energy Updates on Kurdistan Operations
Genel Energy has issued a trading and operations update for Q3 2017. The information has not been audited and may be subject to further review. Murat Özgül (pictured), Chief Executive of Genel, said: "During the quarter Genel executed a landmark settlement agreement with the KRG over historical receivables, which we expect to materially enhance our […]