Iraqi Euphrates town and hydroelectric hub
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's campaign targets officials accused of embezzlement and corruption. Authorities have detained dozens, with immunity removals enabling more arrests. The operation is expanding to Wasit, Kirkuk and Anbar as the government seeks to recover state funds and lock out faction-linked networks.
Iraq and Turkiye have renewed efforts to cooperate on energy and transport after the expiry of the 1975 oil-export agreement. Turkiye seeks new routes and expanded export capacity, with talks focusing on an energy framework, water management, security, and regional development.
Iraq has signed a one-year agreement to export at least 750,000 barrels per day via the Kirkuk–Ceyhan pipeline, boosting export resilience after Hormuz disruptions. The deal, with Turkey, will run while a broader framework on oil, electricity and water cooperation is finalized. Exports have resumed in limited capacity since 2023 and would raise overall shipments from the southern terminals.