Drone strike halts gas supply at key northern Iraq energy field
A drone strike targeted the Khor Mor gas field in northern Iraq late Wednesday, disrupting gas flow that powers regional electricity production. Authorities in the Kurdish Region confirmed operations were stopped following the explosion, with no organization yet taking responsibility. The incident raises fresh concerns over energy security in the area, which also affects supply lines extending toward Türkiye.
A late-night drone attack struck the crucial Khor Mor gas field in Iraq’s Sulaymaniyah province, forcing an immediate shutdown of production at the facility, local ministries announced. The gas field is a strategic source of electricity for the region, contributing significantly to stability in the wider northern Iraq energy network.
Gas flow to power plants suspended
According to a joint statement from the Kurdish Regional Government’s Natural Resources and Electricity ministries, the strike occurred around 11:30 p.m. local time. “Gas transmission to power plants has been entirely paused as a precaution,” officials noted, highlighting the vulnerability of key infrastructure.
Flames captured in social media footage
Videos circulating online showed fire rising from the site after the explosion. Emergency crews responded quickly to prevent escalation, though the extent of facility damage has not yet been detailed.
Uncertainty over perpetrators
No group has claimed responsibility so far for the attack. The incident adds to growing concerns over sabotage attempts targeting Iraq’s energy sector — a sector vital not only for local communities but also for regional partners, including Türkiye, which closely follows developments impacting cross-border energy stability.
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