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At a Glance
Dana Gas announced that a suspected drone strike hit the Khor Mor gas field overnight, triggering a fire in the domestic gas production unit and halting overall production.
The company confirmed that the fire has been extinguished and no casualties were reported among site personnel.
Production will remain suspended until damage assessments are completed, while Dana Gas coordinates closely with both the Kurdistan Regional Government and federal authorities.
Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces Ali Faleh al-Zaidi ordered the formation of a joint investigative committee alongside regional authorities to probe the attack.
Energy operations at one of the region's vital supply hubs have been temporarily suspended following an overnight aerial assault on the Khor Mor field.
Incident Details and Operational Impact
Suspected Drone Assault: The nighttime strike sparked a fire in the domestic gas processing sector of the facility before emergency teams successfully brought the blaze under control.
Production Halt: Operations are currently paused as technical teams assess the extent of the damage to ensure safety before restarting output.
Official Response: The Security Media Cell reported no casualties from the incident, prompting federal and regional leadership to launch a formal joint investigation into the source of the attack.
FYI
The Khor Mor gas field, located in Slemani, plays a critical role in supplying domestic natural gas for power generation across the region and surrounding areas.
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