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Iraq.
sovereign state in Western Asia
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Funding was approved for border crossing construction and highway rehabilitation to boost trade activity between Iraq and Saudi Arabia.Some support2 reports
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PMF facilities in Iraq were allegedly used by armed groups, while Iraq seeks economic ties with China and Ammar al-Hakim calls for stability.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Danny Fitzsimons, a security contractor, served in both Kosovo and Iraq in 2011.Some support1 report
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Pakistan restricted Iranian trucks and Iraq closed a crossing amid heightened US threats against Iran.Some support2 reports
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PMF was established in Iraq, Iran-backed groups operate within the country, and the US is pressuring Iraq to disarm these militias.Well supported28 reports7 developments inside
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Iraq blames Israel for recent strikes on militia sites, which include numerous Iranian-backed groups.Some support1 report
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Hezbollah and its affiliated Iraqi factions are funneling hundreds of millions of dollars and imposing sanctions via Operation Economic Outcast.Some support2 reports
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Coordinating the investigation into suspected terrorist activity, the public prosecutor's office is managing the case after suspects linked to conflict in Iraq were arrested in Germany.Well supported4 reports
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The event involves Iraq, Jordan's Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, and Amman, Jordan.Some support6 reports
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Political efforts are underway to manage US withdrawal from Iraq.Well supported11 reports1 development inside
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Iraq called for regional cooperation to combat terrorism, while Egypt and the Emirates expressed solidarity with Jordan against violence.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Petrel Resources Plc holds various interests in oil and gas exploration across Ghana, Ireland, and Iraq.Some support3 reports
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Global energy markets show varied trends, with higher offshore activity supporting growth in Guyana, while conflict-related disruptions reduce Middle East revenue.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Conflict in the Middle East links money and war in the region.Some support1 report
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Military Times reported service member deaths in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Syria on February 7, 2018.Some support1 report
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A serviceman from Texas was killed in Iraq in 2007, and ABC News used a MySpace page for tribute, narrated by Jonathan Karl.Some support1 report
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Iran-backed militias are operating in Iraq, where they are involved in smuggling US currency and the US is managing funding transfers to the country.Well supported7 reports3 developments inside
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The Iraqi Prime Minister issued a warning against intervention by Iranian-backed groups.Some support1 report
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Easing tensions in the region have led to buyers resuming orders and reviving export demand for orthodox teas following the reopening of shipping routes.Some support2 reports
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Ammar Ali has been named the director of the Al-Anbar Civilization Museum in Iraq.Some support1 report
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Financial fallout from the Gulf War in Iraq led to fund termination and investigations into the sale of Iraqi crude.Some support1 report
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Indian rice exports are targeting markets in Doha, the Middle East, and Iraq.Some support1 report
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Jack Bergman is accused of supporting companies that exploit disabled veterans, while a Veterans Guardian PAC donated to his campaign.Some support1 report
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Trump and Netanyahu discussed regime change in Tehran as the Iran war threatens global recession and geopolitical shifts in Iraq.Well supported5 reports
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Uptime Institute and Iraq established a strategic partnership to accelerate Iraq's digital transformation and bilateral economic cooperation.Some support3 reports
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Trump seeks talks to resolve the Iran conflict, while drone strikes target a Kurdish group in Iraq, amidst Trump's frequent opposition to Netanyahu's policies and Houthi escalation.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Renewed Iran war risks undoing progress as the Iran conflict impacts oil prices and markets, alongside Trump's support for the Iraqi PM.Well supported24 reports6 developments inside
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DNO ASA has established a presence and is operating oil fields in the Kurdistan region of Iraq.Some support1 report
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Iran-backed Houthis are increasing strikes while Iran attacks American assets across Jordan, Iraq, and Bahrain, seeking to influence Donald Trump.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Richard Fierro completed combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan while serving as an Army Officer.Some support1 report
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Alleged drone attacks originating from Iraqi territory targeted oil facilities in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province and Riyadh.Well supported71 reports4 developments inside
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Christopher Dennison investigated mass shooting related legal issues involving Parkland and government actions in Iraq.Some support1 report
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Peace talks are underway regarding the US-Iran conflict, with reconstruction funding promised for Iraq.Well supported41 reports23 developments inside
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Munir visited Tehran to discuss border issues, noting fluctuations and trade suspensions along Iran's border with Iraq.Some support1 report
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Drone attacks are underway targeting Saudi petroleum facilities, northern Iraq, and targets in Jordan.Some support22 reports2 developments inside
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Iranian forces targeted and neutralized PJAK members operating in the Iraq-Kurdistan border region.Well supported4 reports
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Global LNG supply is linked to the stability of the Strait of Hormuz, with oil loading monitored by Kpler and hints of a shift in the oil cartel involving Iraq.Some support5 reports
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The region includes various case studies of intervention, with the US and allies defining geopolitical patterns in the Middle East, involving Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya.Well supported6 reports29 developments inside
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France used Mirage jets in military operations across Kosovo, Afghanistan, Libya, and Iraq.Some support1 report
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Government sets ambitious energy targets for the electricity sector in Iraq.Some support6 reports
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Iraq and Negeri Sembilan discuss national security policies, global tech influence, and alleged data leakage concerns from Israel.Some support1 report
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Kpler aggregates Middle East oil flows, showing increased transit through Hormuz from Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.Some support2 reports
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Carlos de la Cruz was deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq following the 9/11 attacks and endorsed by the National Border Patrol Council.Some support1 report
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The Army is debating structural optimizations and responding to global conflicts across the Indo-Pacific, Europe, Iraq, and Afghanistan.Some support2 reports11 developments inside
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The U.S. Army is replacing aging military systems from wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, raising concerns about equipment falling into Taliban hands.Some support1 report
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Pete Hegseth leads Pentagon operations amidst personnel disruptions, congressional impeachment efforts, and war assessments regarding Iraq and Vietnam.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Türkiye prevents PKK from using Syrian soil and addresses the power vacuum in Iraq.Some support3 reports3 developments inside
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A joint committee involving Iraq and Ankara addressed armed Iranian Kurdish groups and coordinated efforts against the PKK.Some support1 report
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Iraq closed its border crossing with Iran and the IAEA sealed uranium at Isfahan facilities.Some support11 reports
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Iraq has banned the navigation application Waze due to its Israeli origin.Some support2 reports
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A police officer was deployed to Iraq, while Larry Krasner continues to serve as Philadelphia District Attorney.Some support1 report
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Iraq closed its border crossing with Iran on October 21, 2026.Some support1 report
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Iran and Iraq reached a security agreement aimed at flushing out separatist groups.Some support1 report
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Andy Burnham campaigns in Holborn, criticizes Tony Blair's Iraq past, and Nigel Farage benefits from EU reversal talk.Some support2 reports
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Oman's strategic position in the Strait of Hormuz is highlighted as peace terms are sought, with the US issuing threats against Oman.Well supported166 reports30 developments inside
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Iraq agreed to a comprehensive strategic document to expand cooperation.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A documentary examines the dictatorships in Chile, Iraq, and Cambodia.Some support1 report
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Richard Ojeda and Richard Hudson are candidates in the November 3, 2026 election, leveraging their military service history.Some support1 report
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Qatar plans electricity interconnections and funding initiatives across Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq.Some support1 report1 development inside
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George W. Bush declared war on terror, leading to invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan, set against the backdrop of 9/11 violence.Well supported8 reports3 developments inside
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What's reaching Iraq
Events traced to Iraq, step by step, newest first- PMF's acquisition of Chinese air-defense systems challenges Iraq's state controlIraq's state control over security forces may weaken due to foreign arms transfersLikely
- Makkah pact proposal could integrate Iraq into security frameworkThe Makkah pact proposal could integrate Iraq into a wider regional security framework.Possible
- Military-industry ties may sustain operations in IraqIntensified military-industry ties may support sustained military presence in IraqPossible
- Iraq may join regional security framework under Mecca PactIraq could gain a role in a wider regional security framework.Possible
- Middle East tensions may threaten Iraq's Kirkuk-Ceyhan crude flowsMiddle East tensions may threaten Iraq's Kirkuk-Ceyhan crude flowsPossible
- Government initiative drives major housing and infrastructure growth in IraqIraq's residential plot initiative signals major infrastructure growth and economic stimulusReported
Explainers that pass through Iraq
Iraq is a step on the way to someone else- Renewed Iran conflict may increase inflation risk for the FEDRenewed Iran conflict may increase inflation risk for the FEDPossible
- Türkiye's intervention may stabilize Baghdad's security environmentTürkiye's security efforts may stabilize Iraq's operational environment in the capitalPossible
- Iraq's Ministry of Oil faces risk from regional instabilityIraq's Ministry of Oil faces risk from regional instability and militiasPossible
- Oil rerouting increases costs and delays for global shipping marketRerouting oil away from Hormuz increases costs and transit times for global shipping.Likely
- Baghdad may see increased trade from regional connectivity boostBaghdad may see increased trade and logistical activity from regional connectivity boostPossible
- Iran war could destabilize Basra's critical oil operationsBasra's oil operations could face disruption due to regional instability from the Iran WarPossible
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- How have drone attacks from Iran-aligned groups affected Riyadh?Drone attacks from Iran-aligned groups targeted Saudi oil facilities, including RiyadhIncludes Brind's reasoning
- Geopolitical risks cause National Bank of Fujairah stock declineNational Bank of Fujairah stock declines amid regional travel disruptionsReported
- How will the severe pollution crisis in the Tigris and Euphrates affect the Iraqi Council of Ministers?Severe Pollution Crisis Demands Government Mobilization and Urgent Action in IraqReported
Around Iraq this week
News at the entities that move Iraq most-
Uttarakhand TransactionalPushkar Singh Dhami announced a new ultra run event in Gunji, Uttarakhand.Moves Iraq
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Houthis OperationalObama campaigns for Abdul El-Sayed amid growing rebellion in Balochistan, while Biden addresses Yemen and Crimea.Moves Iraq
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interior ministry StructuralThe Interior Ministry is managing national security measures.Moves Iraq
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps StructuralThe IRGC is facing condemnation for ongoing violence, while Mojtaba Khamenei's elevation is being contested following Ali Khamenei's death.Moves Iraq
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Baghdad StructuralIran-backed PMF acquired Chinese-made air-defense systems and deployed them in eastern Baghdad.Moves Iraq
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Turkey StructuralEldorado Gold holds interests in gold mines across Greece, Turkey, and Romania.Moves Iraq
Connections
The 40 strongest of 2,427, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Uttarakhand Transactional
Frozen French fries originating in Uttarakhand were shipped to Iraq.
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Baghdad Structural
Baghdad serves as the political and administrative capital city of Iraq, functioning as the center of the state's governance.
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Houthis Operational
Houthis and Iraqi militias engage in active military coordination, utilizing Iraqi territory for attacks and sharing strategic objectives.
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Turkey Structural
Turkey and Iraq maintain a critical structural relationship centered on oil transit via pipelines and ongoing security cooperation in northern Iraq.
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American Operational
US military forces maintain installations and conduct active military operations within Iraq.
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Basra Structural
Basra functions as Iraq's critical southern oil hub and export terminal, enabling its national energy trade and holding bulk crude reserves.
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Donald Trump Operational
The relationship involves high-stakes, reciprocal geopolitical, military, and economic engagement, characterized by policy influence and diplomatic interaction.
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Islamic State Operational
Islamic State has actively operated within Iraq, engaging in sustained conflict and posing a significant military threat to the state.
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Ali Khamenei Transactional
Ali Khamenei's body was transported to Iraq for religious ceremonies and public appearances.
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interior ministry Structural
The Interior Ministry operates as a core executive organ of the Iraqi government, implementing state policies and initiatives.
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Ministry of Oil Structural
The Ministry of Oil functions as a critical, mandated executive body responsible for executing the strategic goals and managing the oil sector of the Iraqi state.
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Türkiye Operational
Türkiye and Iraq maintain a deep, multi-sectoral strategic partnership covering energy, defense, trade, and security cooperation.
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Karbala Structural
Karbala is a city located within the sovereign state of Iraq, serving as a major religious and historical site.
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Central Intelligence Agency Operational
The CIA maintains active operational involvement in Iraq through intelligence gathering, physical presence, and influence on regional conflicts.
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George W. Bush Operational
George W. Bush's administration initiated and led the military invasion and subsequent conflict in Iraq.
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Saudi Arabia Operational
The relationship is defined by intense geopolitical rivalry, military conflict, and competition over regional influence and oil production.
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Jordan Operational
Iraq and Jordan maintain an active operational relationship characterized by shared security threats, military coordination, and critical logistical cooperation regarding energy corridors.
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Egypt Operational
Egypt and Iraq maintain active bilateral ties characterized by diplomatic coordination, economic cooperation, and shared regional security interests.
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Structural
The IRGC establishes and directs covert military cells and proxy attacks within Iraq.
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Terry Savage Transactional
A specific, high-impact transactional relationship where the context of Iraq led to the death of Terry Savage during military operations.
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Zaidi Structural
Zaidi serves as the Prime Minister of Iraq, leading government efforts focused on political restructuring and anti-corruption.
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PENTAGON Operational
The Pentagon maintains an active military presence and conducts operations within Iraq, resulting in reported casualties and engagements.
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Supreme Judicial Council Structural
The Supreme Judicial Council functions as a key governmental organ within Iraq, overseeing judicial and anti-corruption matters.
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Maliki Structural
Maliki held the formal position of Prime Minister within the government of Iraq.
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Saddam Structural
Saddam functioned as the governing authority and leader of Iraq during the specified historical period.
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Ali Falih Al-Zaidi Structural
Ali Falih Al-Zaidi serves as the Prime Minister, exercising governmental authority within the state of Iraq.
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TotalEnergies Structural
TotalEnergies is making significant, long-term investments and operational commitments in Iraq to source and transport oil and LNG.
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Shell Operational
Shell is engaged in ongoing oil sector partnerships and cooperation with the Iraqi government and its oil ministries.
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Kirkuk Structural
Kirkuk is a major oil production hub and city located within the sovereign territory and jurisdiction of Iraq.
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Central Bank of Iraq Structural
The Central Bank of Iraq functions as the sovereign monetary and financial authority, managing Iraq's currency and economic policy.
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Popular Mobilization Forces Structural
The Popular Mobilization Forces are formally integrated, regulated, and recognized as a state-sanctioned security force within Iraq.
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ConocoPhillips Structural
ConocoPhillips maintains a deep structural presence in Iraq's oil sector through acquisitions, joint ventures, and resource development.
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parliament Structural
The Parliament functions as the legislative body within the governmental structure of Iraq.
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Ankara Operational
Ankara and Iraq maintain deep, ongoing bilateral cooperation covering security, trade, infrastructure, and diplomatic agreements.
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Gulf War Operational
The Gulf War was a military conflict that occurred in Iraq, triggered by Iraqi invasion and resulting in significant geopolitical consequences for the state.
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Kurdistan Structural
Kurdistan functions as a semi-autonomous region within the sovereign state of Iraq, contributing economically and politically to the state.
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Chris Donahue Operational
Chris Donahue has served in a combat capacity within Iraq.
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Fuad Hussein Structural
Fuad Hussein serves as the Foreign Minister, representing Iraq in international diplomatic and security contexts.
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Nineveh Structural
Nineveh is a province and region formally contained within the sovereign borders of Iraq.
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Masoud Pezeshkian Operational
Pezeshkian and Iraq maintain active, high-level diplomatic ties characterized by official visits and mutual cooperation discussions.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
34 events- Funding was approved for border crossing construction and highway rehabilitation to boost trade activity between Iraq and Saudi Arabia.
- Danny Fitzsimons, a security contractor, served in both Kosovo and Iraq in 2011.
- Pakistan restricted Iranian trucks and Iraq closed a crossing amid heightened US threats against Iran.
- Iraq blames Israel for recent strikes on militia sites, which include numerous Iranian-backed groups.
- The event involves Iraq, Jordan's Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, and Amman, Jordan.
- Iraq called for regional cooperation to combat terrorism, while Egypt and the Emirates expressed solidarity with Jordan against violence.
- Conflict in the Middle East links money and war in the region.
- Military Times reported service member deaths in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Syria on February 7, 2018.
- A serviceman from Texas was killed in Iraq in 2007, and ABC News used a MySpace page for tribute, narrated by Jonathan Karl.
- The Iraqi Prime Minister issued a warning against intervention by Iranian-backed groups.
- Ammar Ali has been named the director of the Al-Anbar Civilization Museum in Iraq.
- Financial fallout from the Gulf War in Iraq led to fund termination and investigations into the sale of Iraqi crude.
- Indian rice exports are targeting markets in Doha, the Middle East, and Iraq.
- Jack Bergman is accused of supporting companies that exploit disabled veterans, while a Veterans Guardian PAC donated to his campaign.
- Trump and Netanyahu discussed regime change in Tehran as the Iran war threatens global recession and geopolitical shifts in Iraq.
- DNO ASA has established a presence and is operating oil fields in the Kurdistan region of Iraq.
- Richard Fierro completed combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan while serving as an Army Officer.
- Christopher Dennison investigated mass shooting related legal issues involving Parkland and government actions in Iraq.
- Munir visited Tehran to discuss border issues, noting fluctuations and trade suspensions along Iran's border with Iraq.
- France used Mirage jets in military operations across Kosovo, Afghanistan, Libya, and Iraq.
- Iraq and Negeri Sembilan discuss national security policies, global tech influence, and alleged data leakage concerns from Israel.
- Kpler aggregates Middle East oil flows, showing increased transit through Hormuz from Iraq, Kuwait, UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.
- Carlos de la Cruz was deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq following the 9/11 attacks and endorsed by the National Border Patrol Council.
- The U.S. Army is replacing aging military systems from wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, raising concerns about equipment falling into Taliban hands.
- Pete Hegseth leads Pentagon operations amidst personnel disruptions, congressional impeachment efforts, and war assessments regarding Iraq and Vietnam.
- A joint committee involving Iraq and Ankara addressed armed Iranian Kurdish groups and coordinated efforts against the PKK.
- Iraq closed its border crossing with Iran and the IAEA sealed uranium at Isfahan facilities.
- Iraq has banned the navigation application Waze due to its Israeli origin.
- A police officer was deployed to Iraq, while Larry Krasner continues to serve as Philadelphia District Attorney.
- Iraq closed its border crossing with Iran on October 21, 2026.
- Iran and Iraq reached a security agreement aimed at flushing out separatist groups.
- A documentary examines the dictatorships in Chile, Iraq, and Cambodia.
- Richard Ojeda and Richard Hudson are candidates in the November 3, 2026 election, leveraging their military service history.
- Qatar plans electricity interconnections and funding initiatives across Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq.
September 2026
6 events- Hezbollah and its affiliated Iraqi factions are funneling hundreds of millions of dollars and imposing sanctions via Operation Economic Outcast.
- Trump seeks talks to resolve the Iran conflict, while drone strikes target a Kurdish group in Iraq, amidst Trump's frequent opposition to Netanyahu's policies and Houthi escalation.
- Iran-backed Houthis are increasing strikes while Iran attacks American assets across Jordan, Iraq, and Bahrain, seeking to influence Donald Trump.
- The Army is debating structural optimizations and responding to global conflicts across the Indo-Pacific, Europe, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
- Andy Burnham campaigns in Holborn, criticizes Tony Blair's Iraq past, and Nigel Farage benefits from EU reversal talk.
- George W. Bush declared war on terror, leading to invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan, set against the backdrop of 9/11 violence.
August 2026
4 events- Coordinating the investigation into suspected terrorist activity, the public prosecutor's office is managing the case after suspects linked to conflict in Iraq were arrested in Germany.
- Political efforts are underway to manage US withdrawal from Iraq.
- Government sets ambitious energy targets for the electricity sector in Iraq.
- Türkiye prevents PKK from using Syrian soil and addresses the power vacuum in Iraq.
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July 2026
11 events- PMF facilities in Iraq were allegedly used by armed groups, while Iraq seeks economic ties with China and Ammar al-Hakim calls for stability.
- PMF was established in Iraq, Iran-backed groups operate within the country, and the US is pressuring Iraq to disarm these militias.
- Petrel Resources Plc holds various interests in oil and gas exploration across Ghana, Ireland, and Iraq.
- Global energy markets show varied trends, with higher offshore activity supporting growth in Guyana, while conflict-related disruptions reduce Middle East revenue.
- Iran-backed militias are operating in Iraq, where they are involved in smuggling US currency and the US is managing funding transfers to the country.
- Uptime Institute and Iraq established a strategic partnership to accelerate Iraq's digital transformation and bilateral economic cooperation.
- Renewed Iran war risks undoing progress as the Iran conflict impacts oil prices and markets, alongside Trump's support for the Iraqi PM.
- Alleged drone attacks originating from Iraqi territory targeted oil facilities in Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province and Riyadh.
- Drone attacks are underway targeting Saudi petroleum facilities, northern Iraq, and targets in Jordan.
- Iranian forces targeted and neutralized PJAK members operating in the Iraq-Kurdistan border region.
- Iraq agreed to a comprehensive strategic document to expand cooperation.
June 2026
5 events- Easing tensions in the region have led to buyers resuming orders and reviving export demand for orthodox teas following the reopening of shipping routes.
- Peace talks are underway regarding the US-Iran conflict, with reconstruction funding promised for Iraq.
- Global LNG supply is linked to the stability of the Strait of Hormuz, with oil loading monitored by Kpler and hints of a shift in the oil cartel involving Iraq.
- The region includes various case studies of intervention, with the US and allies defining geopolitical patterns in the Middle East, involving Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya.
- Oman's strategic position in the Strait of Hormuz is highlighted as peace terms are sought, with the US issuing threats against Oman.