AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoIraq Energy Watch: Iraq’s oil exports took a massive hit after the Strait of Hormuz disruption, with a new Eco Iraq Observatory estimate putting losses at about $37.7 billion from roughly 350 million barrels not exported. Northern Oil Revival: Iraq has started drilling its first exploratory well in the north in nearly 50 years, in Amerli (Salahuddin), aiming to expand proven reserves and restart exploration after decades of slowdown. Digital Safety in Iraq: TikTok says it removed millions of videos and accounts across Iraq and the region in Q4 2025, including suspected under-13 and fake accounts, while stepping up enforcement on livestreams. Cybersecurity & Civil Society: Cloudflare reports cyberattacks on civil society sites are far more frequent than on other websites, with huge volumes blocked—an issue for online activism and reporting. Financial Compliance Pressure: Iraq returned to FATF’s “grey list,” warning of tighter banking scrutiny, higher transaction costs, and added strain on the financial system. Governance & Tribes: Iraq’s Supreme Administrative Court ruled the Interior Ministry can’t appoint or remove tribal leaders, reinforcing that tribal sheikhs are chosen through tribal consensus.
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