In 2007, Iranian interests in the South of Iraq were noted, alongside early media analysis of the country's situation.

The entities involved

• Iraq →

  sovereign state in Western Asia

  • The crisis stemming from the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz closure is now causing major logistical problems for the global aluminum market.16:03
  • Iran's speaker visited Iraq to discuss regional order, while Iran also conducted strikes against US bases in the Persian Gulf.15:40
• South →

  region of Cameroon

  • Sustained combat in Iraq affected US military recruitment, with most enlistees coming from the South region.13:22
  • Census Bureau and Realtor.com report mixed regional housing trends, noting high vacancy in the South and rental increases in the Northeast and West.Mon 23:30

Related events

• Iran-backed militias are operating in Iraq while ISIS exploits the security vacuum in the country.Jul 20
• Iranian influence challenges Iraqi statehood, while trilateral agreements are being discussed between Israel and Lebanon.Jul 21
• Deepening ties between Türkiye, Iraq, and Syria across security, energy, trade, and infrastructure sectors.Jul 28
• PMF was established in Iraq, Iran-backed groups operate within the country, and the US is pressuring Iraq to disarm these militias.Jul 8
• Talks were held in Baghdad regarding future cooperation between Iraqi officials.Jul 28