Chevron Eyes Lukoil’s Iraqi Oilfield—but Only on Better Terms
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Chevron is interested in taking over Lukoil's stake in Iraq's West Qurna 2 oilfield, but only if the terms are more favorable. The U.S. sanctions on Lukoil have led to Baghdad taking temporary control of the project, which accounts for 10% of Iraq's oil production. Chevron sees an opportunity to acquire the field at a lower cost.
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Following the U.S. sanctions on Russia’s Lukoil, which operated one of Iraq’s largest oilfields, Baghdad temporarily took control over the West Qurna 2 project, which accounts for 10% of all Iraqi oil production and 0.5% of global crude supply. Lukoil had a 75% equity stake in West Qurna 2, which produces more than 400,000 barrels per day (bpd) of crude oil. The U.S. sanctions made it impossible for Lukoil to continue operating the huge field. Following the U.S. sanctions on Lukoil and Rosneft, “as a result of Russia’s…
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Original article published by OilPrice.com on January 29, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.