Iraq: Protesters block access to Majnoon oil field in Basra province November 10

Event

On Tuesday morning, November 10, residents gathered to protest in the vicinity of the Majnoon oil field Entry Control Point 1 in Basra province. Local sources indicate that access to the oil field was blocked; Oil Protection Force (OPF) personnel were deployed to disperse protesters and reports suggest the demonstrators had dispersed by 12:00 (local time). The reason for the protest is unclear, though demonstrators in the area typically gather to demand jobs due to a lack of employment opportunities.

Further demonstrations are possible in the area. Localized associated disruptions and a heightened security presence in the vicinity should be anticipated in the near term.

Advice

Those in the area are advised to monitor developments, avoid all demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities and their home governments.