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[kevc67] 28/6/2026 13:59:30

https://www.basnews.com/en/babat/914983 ERBIL - HKN Energy on Sunday resumed oil production at the Atrush oilfield in the Kurdistan Region, marking the latest step in the gradual restart of operations by international oil companies after more than three years of disruption to exports.HKN restarted production at the Atrush field on Sunday, following the return of several other international operators to their oilfields in recent days.According to available information, Norway's DNO has resumed production at the Tawke and Peshkabir fields, while Gulf Keystone has also restarted operations. Hunt Oil is scheduled to resume production on July 8, with other companies expected to return in phases under a coordinated plan.Of the 11 oil companies operating in the Kurdistan Region, eight had suspended production following the halt of crude exports. With operations gradually resuming, the companies are expected to collectively produce around 170,000 barrels of oil per day by the end of this week.The Kurdistan Region currently has eight major oilfields: Khurmala, Tawke-Peshkabir, Shaikan, Atrush, Sarsang, Erbil, and Bijeel-Harir.Oil exports from the Kurdistan Region have been suspended since March 2023 after the closure of the Iraq-Turkey pipeline, resulting in billions of dollars in losses for both the Kurdistan Region and Iraq. The gradual resumption of domestic production is seen as an important step toward restoring the sector, although the full recovery of exports still depends on a political and commercial agreement between Baghdad, Erbil, Ankara, and the international oil companies.

[habshan] 28/6/2026 13:55:17

Kurdistan24.

HKN resumes production at the Atrush oil field as Kurdistan's energy sector continues its restart.

With HKN back online, all remaining oil companies are expected to resume operations by the end of this week, potentially lifting the Kurdistan Region's total production to 170,000 barrels per day.

According to investigation by Kurdistan24, the Atrush restart on Sunday, June 28, places HKN alongside a growing cohort of foreign operators systematically bringing their dormant wells and processing facilities back online.

The recovery of the region's petroleum infrastructure is unfolding in carefully staggered phases rather than a singular sweep.

DNO, the Norwegian energy operator managing the highly productive Tawke and Peshkabir concessions, has already initiated its extraction processes.

Gulf Keystone Petroleum has similarly resumed its local operations.

Meanwhile, United States-based Hunt Oil is scheduled to reactivate its regional infrastructure on July 8. Other international firms are preparing to follow suit under a phased return plan negotiated with regional stakeholders.

As these corporate timelines converge, eight major production zones will soon be fully active.

This expanding operational web includes the sprawling Khurmala dome, Shaikan, Sarsang, Erbil, and the Bijell-Harir fields, sitting alongside Atrush, Tawke, and Peshkabir.

The activation of these specific blocks transforms the landscape of Kurdistan's energy market, pivoting companies away from suspended animation toward functional domestic delivery.

[bobbym82] 28/6/2026 13:52:14

https://rudaw.net/english/categories/opinion/1077950Pearl Petroleum to invest $10.2 billion project in Kurdistan Region

[spark plug] 28/6/2026 13:35:31

Ali al-Zaidi is a brave man - this won't go down well with the Thieves of Baghdad - he will need round the clock protection after this

[theythinkitsallover] 28/6/2026 13:32:10

He said the operation will also target some leaders of armed groups operating outside government control.

"A number of leaders of armed groups are also set to be arrested. They must surrender themselves to the court, otherwise they will be arrested and brought before the law," he said.

Zaidi's government has intensified efforts to rein in the weapons of Iranian-aligned armed groups.

[confused _gerbill] 28/6/2026 13:07:08

Been AI-ing a bit, pleeeeese arrest the slimy toad 🙏🏻

Short term, this has the potential to be very chaotic, but longer term strengthening 🤷🏻‍♂️

Hayyan Abdul Ghani, Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister for Energy and Minister of Oil, finds himself at the absolute epicenter of the political storm. While he hasn't been arrested himself, the sweeping anti-corruption crackdown is directly dismantling the top leadership of his ministry based on testimonies from his closest subordinates.⚖️ Legal Status: The Epicenter of the ProbeThe Snitch in His Sandbox: The entire midnight Green Zone raid was triggered by the detailed confessions of Adnan al-Jumaili—Abdul Ghani's own Deputy Oil Minister for Refining Affairs—who was arrested last month. Jumaili's testimonies blew the lid off a massive, systemic oil-smuggling and public-fund squandering ring operating directly under the ministry's nose.The U.S. Sanctions Crosshairs: Adding severe legal pressure, the U.S. Treasury Department (OFAC) recently placed Abdul Ghani's other key deputy, Ali Maarij, under strict Iran sanctions. Washington officially accused Maarij of utilizing the Iraqi Oil Ministry's infrastructure to actively blend sanctioned Iranian crude with Iraqi oil exports to bypass international embargoes.🪖 Military & Security DevelopmentsMinistry Raids: Following the midnight Green Zone sweeps, elite Counter-Terrorism Service (CTS) military units took their operation straight to the energy sector, launching armed raids on the state-run Midland Oil Company headquarters and associated oil ministry offices to seize classified servers, shipping manifests, and financial ledgers.Asset Discoveries: Military-backed judicial teams executing search warrants at properties connected to Abdul Ghani's ministry network have unearthed staggering sums—including over 98 billion Iraqi dinars and $11 million in cash buried in underground bunkers.🏛5039; Political Fallout: A Fragile FutureLoss of the Core Portfolio: Prior to the crackdown, Abdul Ghani had been heavily consolidating power under the previous administration, even being named the Acting Minister of Electricity in early 2026. Now, with his entire inner circle of deputies (Jumaili and Maarij) completely compromised by either federal arrest or U.S. sanctions, his political survival hangs by a thread.The New Regime's Target: Newly appointed Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is treating the multi-billion dollar oil sector as "Ground Zero" for his anti-corruption purge. Factions within the pro-Iran Coordination Framework are accusing al-Zaidi of using the military to surgically decapitate Abdul Ghani’s ministry in order to clear out loyalists of former PM al-Sudani.Abdul Ghani is currently attempting to maintain administrative control while facing intense scrutiny from the parliamentary Integrity Committee.

[tankerted] 28/6/2026 12:52:39

Hello 12-4 watch,

More flesh on the bones from Iraq Business Review...

Kurdistan Regional Government spokesperson Peshawa Hawramani announced that Gulf Keystone Petroleum has officially resumed production at the Shaikan oilfield. The field ranks among the largest producing assets in the Kurdistan Region and plays a significant role in regional oil exports.

According to Hawramani, other international companies are preparing to follow. Norway-based DNO is expected to restart production at the Tawke and Peshkabir oilfields, while U.S.-based HKN plans to resume operations at the Atrush field shortly afterward. Another American company, Hunt Oil, is scheduled to return to production in early July.

Link;

hxxps://iraqbusinessreview.com/kurdistan-oil-production-resumes-with-foreign-firms/

Coupled with the previously mentioned "security/Anti-Corruption" operations a lot going on.

GLA - TT

[phillis] 28/6/2026 12:36:48

Yes indeed, all going well according to the Telegraph
“ Iraqi security forces have arrested senior lawmakers in the capital’s Green Zone as part of what Baghdad has described as a campaign against corruption.

The arrests took place early on Sunday, with large security deployments reported around the heavily fortified district, which houses embassies and government buildings.

The raids, which also targeted other neighbourhoods in Baghdad, were aimed at arresting senior Iraqi officials and politicians.

“Several suspects accused of corruption have been arrested based on confessions made” by oil ministry official Adnan al-Jumaili, who was arrested last month, a senior government official said.

[bobbym82] 28/6/2026 12:28:33

https://rudaw.net/english/categories/opinion/1077950

[superchippy123456789] 28/6/2026 11:37:27

What an absolute tool you are, distemper would be my first choice for you

[adamrugen1066] 28/6/2026 11:15:22

Notice that Maliki isn't on the list of arrested.

[bigdog5] 28/6/2026 10:59:43

A cpr-- When, even more emphasis on Resources and no added Reserves?
A fdp-- Just more words, how to achieve 85k a day when losing 8% per year?
A Giant juicy Divedend-- How to afford when coffers are dangerously low?
A price rerate--Why, just based on the usual fantasy?
Past payments received--How do Erbil pay, they are in debt for $billions.
Fast track to 85kbpd--Losing 8% of production per Ann, need 4 new wells annually!!
Partnered with our nearest friends. Cheap merger, no gain for shareholders.
let the bids begin--Lol, no offers in over 10 years, many reasons why.
And Bully's special prize. SOLD !!!!!!!, Like its been for 17 years, lol, lol, lol.

Straits safe again are they?
All going well with the Turks for the pipe? Erbil not even involved in discussions!!!
No wonder the update was rubbish, they have nothing to say!!
Are you gullible suckers sure they're not of the same opinion as me???

Transformational year??? When does it start, lol.

And Burnham's on his way licking his lips about capital gains!! But that won't be a problem for you gullible suckers innit, lol, lol.

Only a mull??

[nestoframpers] 28/6/2026 10:50:35

Lock up Maliki and throw away the key,

[steephill cove] 28/6/2026 09:47:40

At the moment, the strongest conclusion supported by the available evidence is that Iraq is conducting an unusually large security operation centred on corruption investigations. Whether it also marks the beginning of a broader political realignment or a move against Iran backed influence will become clearer as more official information emerges.

[1waving] 28/6/2026 08:41:18

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Spot the propaganda media !!
Iran now attacking al-Zaidi

EpicFuryLive
@EpicFuryLive
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BREAKING: Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has launched a coup d'état targeting government officials with ties to Iran, reportedly supported by the U.S. Iraqi Special Forces and the Counter Terrorism Service (CTS) have arrested numerous officials, including Bahaa Al-Nouri and Ziad Al-Janabi, amid heavy military presence in Baghdad's Green Zone.

The CTS has deployed tanks to seal off access points and engaged in clashes with the 4th Regiment at the Government Palace. Reports indicate a significant purge is underway, although official confirmation remains pending.

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Iraq and USA must be doing a great job if Iranian propagandists pump out their totally fabricated nonsense.

Iran trying to keep a stranglehold on Iraq.

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[gazebo79] 27/6/2026 23:25:52

Absolutely beautiful weekend. Great spots from Tankerted, Beernut,Habs etc.speaking of tankers here's a list from the old favourite Bullseye with tankerds instead of tankers. Just for fun.
In 1) A cpr
In 2)A fdp
In 3)A Giant juicy Divedend
In 4)A price rerate
In 5)Past payments received
In 6)Fast track to 85kbpd
In 7)Partnered with our nearest friends
In 8)let the bids begin
And Bully's special prize. SOLD !!!!!!!

[tankerted] 27/6/2026 18:19:58

S-Mates,

and the winner is ... Me !

Kriti Legend alongside..

ATB - TT

[shortsqueezer] 27/6/2026 16:48:23

He would be dead by now if he had any sense about what is going on around him. Everyone else is just playing him like a fiddle whilst they can.

[bertrambee1] 27/6/2026 16:26:34

As much as trump it's a complete moron, these mullahs know how to play for Time.. you can bet your life they aren't going short of food . Only a couple of years and he'll be gone .. if he hasn't been shot by then .Then they will return to the status quo

[shortsqueezer] 27/6/2026 15:57:21

Agreed, they are mad Mullahs. But as things are going they are no less mad than trump and his administration. They are just crazy! Roll on the mid term elections.

[nestoframpers] 27/6/2026 15:53:28

Irans pavements should be marble but the mad mullahs want bombs not happy citizens. They are a burden on everyone.