💨 Abstract
Tensions between Iraq's central government and the semi-autonomous Kurdish region have surged due to disputes over oil revenues. Baghdad accuses the Kurdish authorities of illegal oil deals and smuggling, leading to a cutoff of public sector salaries in the Kurdish region. The Kurdish authorities denounce the move as "collective punishment" and highlight past attempts at cooperation. The conflict affects residents, with many facing financial hardship amid the political standoff.
Courtesy: WTOP Staff
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