Iraqis' anger is being "cooked" under a scorching sun: demonstrations instead of electricity

26/05/2025 32 min Episodio 93

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Why Iraqis Are Furious: Blackouts, Heatwaves, and Broken Promiseslink to My FX Buddies Blog🔥 Iraq is bracing for its hottest summer in recent memory — and the power is going out.Millions of Iraqis are facing daily blackouts lasting over 6 hours, and in many areas, it's even worse. With temperatures rising and tempers flaring, experts are warning: if fuel shortages and electricity failures continue, mass protests could erupt across the country.In this episode, we break down:Why Iraq’s electricity system is on the verge of collapseHow the reliance on Iranian gas has created a dangerous energy gapWhat the Iraqi government is doing (and failing to do) to fix itThe role of international energy contracts and alternative fuelsThe urgent need for solar energy — and what citizens can doThis isn’t just a technical issue — it’s a social and political emergency in the making.If you 'd like to support My FX Buddies:https://cash.app/$tishwashGet a free transcript at https://rss.com/podcasts/myfxbuddies/🎧 Subscribe and hit the bell so you don’t miss crucial updates on Iraq’s energy, economy, and future.#IraqNews #ElectricityCrisis #MiddleEastEnergy #IranGas #BaghdadBlackouts #SolarPowerIraq #Summer2025 #EnergyCrisis

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