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The U.S. Power Play in Iraq That Moscow and Beijing Didn’t See Coming
Washington is moving aggressively to strengthen its position in Iraq’s oil sector, as Baghdad targets a massive increase in production to 8–10 million bpd within six years.
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Washington is intensifying its strategic engagement in Iraq as the country’s prime minister, Ali al‑Zaidi, announced plans to boost oil output to 8‑10 million barrels per day within six years. The move is framed as a response to the heightened urgency created by Russia’s focus on Ukraine, Iran’s defensive posture against U.S. and Israeli actions, and China’s cautious involvement in regional conflicts. By positioning itself and its allies to benefit from the anticipated production increase, the United States aims to secure influence over Iraq’s expanding oil sector. The article outlines recent U.S. activities in the region that support this objective.
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