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  1. Global news includes the Federal Reserve raising interest rates, intense fighting in Southern Lebanon, and negotiations concerning oil movement through the Strait of Hormuz.
  2. Oil exports are dependent on stability through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iraq utilizes for its logistics.
  3. Iran war disrupts main Gulf oil export routes, forcing Iraq to seek alternative transit through Syrian territory and utilize SOMO for international sales.
  4. Iran's Strait of Hormuz closure is forcing the development of bypass corridors utilizing infrastructure in Iraq, Syria, and Egypt, threatening Israeli trade.

War on Iran Disrupts Gulf Trade, Hitting Iraq's Oil Revenue

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The US-Israeli war on Iran has led to disruptions in trade flows through the Strait of Hormuz. As a result, Iraq has been unable to export approximately 90 percent of its oil through its usual Gulf routes. Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi described the country as facing extraordinary economic challenges.

From dominicanrepublicpost.com

Why it matters

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Oil revenues account for more than 90 percent of Iraq's federal budget, and the disruption has caused Iraq to lose about $60 billion in oil revenues. Iraq is also heavily dependent on imports of food, medicines, and raw materials.

Iran's Strait of Hormuz closure is forcing the development of bypass corridors utilizing infrastructure in Iraq, Syria, and Egypt, threatening Israeli trade.

From dominicanrepublicpost.com

Who's involved

  • IraqSovereign state whose oil exports and trade are severely disrupted.
  • IranLocation whose ongoing conflict has led to the disruption of trade flows.
  • HormuzStrait whose operational stability is compromised by the ongoing naval conflict.

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  • IraqSpeculative

    Iraq might face increased supply chain costs and reduced revenue due to the inability to export oil through traditional routes.

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