Iran is reportedly seeking to pass off its oil as Iraqi crude, while China utilizes the Belt and Road Initiative for major infrastructure deals amidst geopolitical competition in Iraq.

The entities involved

• Iraq →

  sovereign state in Western Asia

  • PMF was established in Iraq, Iran-backed groups operate within the country, and the US is pressuring Iraq to disarm these militias.Sat 13:49
  • Popular Mobilization Forces in Iraq used a refueling station located near a smuggling site.Sat 13:49
• Baghdad →

  capital city of Iraq

  • Zaidi is leading an Iraqi government disarmament effort in Baghdad.Wed 19:54
  • Muslim seeks balanced relations with Baghdad and Washington amidst a border crossing dispute in Maysan Governorate.Wed 13:48

Related events

• Trump administration seeks to isolate Iran financially while China remains a major buyer of Iranian oil, and UAE suspends trade.Aug 27
• Iranian influence challenges Iraqi statehood, while trilateral agreements are being discussed between Israel and Lebanon.Jul 21
• Iran-backed militias are operating in Iraq while ISIS exploits the security vacuum in the country.Jul 20
• Iran's actions complicate Iraq's strategic balance, leading Iraq to seek cooperation with the US administration amid US pressure on Iran.Jul 14
• PMF facilities in Iraq were allegedly used by armed groups, while Iraq seeks economic ties with China and Ammar al-Hakim calls for stability.Jul 31