Drones Attack Multiple DNO Oil Fields in Northern Iraq

A series of drone attacks targeted multiple oil fields in northern Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdistan region, including those operated by Norwegian company DNO ASA and U.S. firm HKN Energy. The attacks on DNO's Peshkabir and Tawke fields, as well as HKN's Sarsang field, caused significant infrastructure damage and led to the suspension of production at these sites, totaling a loss of nearly 108,615 barrels per day. No casualties were reported, but the strikes have heightened geopolitical tensions, as the Kurdistan Regional Government blames Iran-backed militias, while Baghdad denies involvement, complicating the political landscape. The U.S. Embassy in Iraq condemned the attacks, underscoring the risks faced by foreign companies operating under the KRG's authority amid the ongoing regional power struggle. These incidents reflect a broader pattern of drone-enabled assaults aimed at destabilizing Kurdish autonomy and U.S. corporate interests in Iraq's oil sector. The disruptions have also contributed to rising global oil prices, influenced by demand expectations in major consumer markets such as the U.S. and China.