Iraq Shuts Down West Qurna 2 Oil Field, Impacting Global Supply

The West Qurna 2 field, producing 469,000 barrels per day, accounts for about 0.5% of global oil supply and its closure may briefly affect global market dynamics.

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  • West Qurna 2 Oil Field: A major oil field in southern Iraq producing nearly half a million barrels per day, making it one of the country's key energy assets.
  • Global Oil Supply: The total amount of crude oil produced and available worldwide, influenced by output levels from major producers such as Iraq and Saudi Arabia.