Kurdistan’s Illegal Oil Transfers and Financial Crisis
A pressing issue has surfaced along the border between the PUK and PDK regions in Kurdistan, where a five-kilometer line of oil trucks awaits clearance for illegal transfers to Iran. This illicit operation, reportedly ongoing for a year, implicates the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) in selling 312,000 barrels of oil daily without allocating funds for salaries. This revelation has left Kurdistan’s populace deeply troubled, especially as many workers endure prolonged waits of up to two months between receiving their salaries. The situation has heightened concerns about governance and financial transparency within the region, prompting urgent calls for accountability and reform.
I am a dedicated member of the Syndicate of Kurdistan Journalists with over seven years of experience in both local and international press. My background includes roles as an editor, translator, and social activist. Through my work, I am committed to ending corruption and human rights violations by uncovering and sharing the truth about what is happening in Kurdistan.