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Drone Strikes in Iraq Ignite Tensions and Halt Oil Production
3/7/2026
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Story summary
- On March 6, 2026, drone strikes hit southern Iraq airports and oil facilities.
- Basra airport and Burjesia oil complex were targeted.
- Explosions occurred near Erbil after drones were intercepted.
- The Kurdistan region halted oil production at a United States–operated field.
- Iran threatened to strike Kurdistan facilities if Kurdish militants cross into its territory.
