Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – Iraq’s electricity shortage, particularly during the summer months, has reached 35,000 megawatts, forcing Baghdad to seek immediate measures that ensure a consistent supply and prevent power outages. Iraq and Turkey are relying on joint energy projects to offer short- and medium-term solutions while collaborating on major initiatives to improve Iraq’s long-term energy security. Electricity Ministry spokesperson Ahmed Turki Jiyad announced that electricity production has surpassed 24,600 megawatts. However, total demand remains between 55,000 and 60,000 megawatts, indicating a persistent shortfall of over 35,000 megawatts. The Iraqi government has developed a plan to raise output capacity to 35,000 megawatts by 2030.