Drone Attack Targets Gasfield in Northern Iraq

A drone attack on Iraq’s Khor Mor gasfield has disrupted approximately 80 percent of the power grid in the semi-autonomous Kurdish region, leading to widespread power cuts. The incident occurred on Wednesday night, causing explosions and fires that injured several workers, though no fatalities have been reported. The attack, perceived as a threat to regional stability, has prompted investigations by local officials and the gasfield’s operator, Dana Gas. Repair efforts are expected to take two to three days.

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