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Asharq Al-Awsat
Asharq Al-Awsat
World
Baghdad - Fadhel al-Nashmi

Iraq Braces for Power Shortages as Iran Cuts Gas Supplies

A general view of cars in a market in Baghdad, Iraq (Reuters)

The electricity supply reaching Iraqi homes has dropped once again as the country continues to struggle with a three-decades old power crisis that successive governments have failed to resolve. Instead of finding a solution, authorities often present weak justifications and excuses.

Iraq's Electricity Ministry said Wednesday the country will face power shortages after crucial energy supplies from Iran were cut over non-payment.

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