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Iraq===Basra

Tracked across 4 events · 69 articles · First seen Mar 12, 2026 · Last active Apr 09, 2026

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Iraq===Basra province, where most of Iraq's crude is produced and exported, is at the epicenter of the economic disruption. Its oil fields and ports are heavily affected by the conflict, leading to significant production drops and trade halts.
Apr 02, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
The port of Iraq===Basra in Iraq was the site of attacks by suspected Iranian boats, leading to two tankers catching fire. This highlights the direct impact of the conflict on shipping and energy infrastructure in the region.
Mar 12, 2026 · 45 articles
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International
Iraq===Basra was the location of the Consulate General of Kuwait that was stormed and vandalized by protesters. The incident occurred after projectiles, allegedly fired from Kuwait, killed several people in Iraq.
Apr 08, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Iraq===Basra's southern export route, which handled a significant portion of Iraq's crude shipments, has been effectively shut down due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, severely impacting Iraq's overall export capacity.
Mar 17, 2026 · 10 articles
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