Iraq & Israel
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Iraq: Iraq's sovereignty was violated by Israel's secret military base and subsequent airstrikes on its troops. The Iraqi government condemned the attacks and filed a complaint with the United Nations.
Israel: Israel established a secret military base in the Iraqi desert to support its air campaign against Iran and launched airstrikes against Iraqi troops who nearly discovered it. This action has escalated regional tensions.
May 09, 2026 · 23 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq has been severely impacted by the war, leading to a significant reduction in its oil exports and government income, prompting it to seek financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund.
Israel: Israel, along with the United States, initiated a bombing campaign against Iran, which triggered the conflict and its economic repercussions.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq secured safe passage for its crude oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz via a deal with Iran, safeguarding its oil revenues which constitute 95% of its budget.
Israel: Israel is involved in a war with Iran, contributing to the disruption of energy exports from the Gulf region.
May 12, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq's heavier crude fields could take four to five months to return to normal operating levels, contributing to the slow recovery of oil output.
Israel: Israel is a co-initiator of the conflict with Iran, contributing to the geopolitical tensions and the resulting economic disruptions.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq closed its airspace due to the conflict, and Virgin Atlantic announced it would avoid flying over Iraq.
Israel: Israel, in coordination with the United States, attacked Iran to remove threats and target its military and government sites. Israel has also launched retaliatory strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon, resulting in casualties and heightened regional tensions.
Feb 28, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is a target of Saudi Arabia and Kuwaiti retaliatory strikes against Iran-backed militias. It has also made deals with Iran to ship oil and liquefied natural gas.
Israel: Israel is a key participant in the war against Iran, launching strikes and battling Hezbollah in Lebanon. It has also strengthened ties with the United Arab Emirates.
May 13, 2026 · 13 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is directly affected by the US decision to halt dollar shipments and suspend security cooperation, facing economic and security challenges due to the pressure to dismantle Iran-backed militias.
Israel: Israel, alongside the United States, launched a war on Iran, contributing to the regional instability that affects US-Iraq relations.
Apr 21, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq participated in the OPEC online meeting and is affected by the Strait of Hormuz blockade. There is a risk it might leave OPEC due to accusations of surpassing quotas.
Israel: Israel, along with the United States, initiated strikes that led to the Mideast war and Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
May 03, 2026 · 19 articles
International
Iraq: Projectiles fired at Saudi Arabia were assessed to have originated from Iraq, leading Saudi Arabia to summon Iraq's ambassador to protest the attacks.
Israel: Israel launched initial airstrikes on Iran, contributing to the broader Middle East conflict.
May 12, 2026 · 34 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is the location where an American journalist was kidnapped, with the incident being blamed on an Iranian-backed militia, indicating the spillover effects of the conflict into neighboring countries.
Israel: Israel, along with the United States, carried out airstrikes on Iran, leading to retaliatory missile attacks. The conflict has resulted in casualties and ongoing military engagement, impacting Israel's security and regional stability.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is a Gulf producer whose oil supply is connected to global markets via the Strait of Hormuz, making it indirectly affected by the restrictions.
Israel: Israel's continued attacks on Lebanon question the viability of the Middle East ceasefire, influencing Iran's stance on peace talks and contributing to regional instability.
Apr 08, 2026 · 19 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is mentioned as a country whose oil and liquefied natural gas supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz, potentially affected by Iran's expanded control.
Israel: Israel is mentioned as being in conflict with Iran, which provides context for Iran's territorial expansion.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq, the third-largest producer in OPEC, has stated it has no plans to leave OPEC as it desires stable oil prices.
Israel: The United Arab Emirates has strengthened its relationship with Israel, formalized under the Abraham Accords, viewing it as a strategic lever for regional influence and a unique channel to Washington, especially after coming under attack during the Iran war.
Apr 28, 2026 · 222 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is subject to U.S. sanctions due to alleged ties with Iran, with officials and firms accused of helping Iran evade sanctions and finance militants.
Israel: Israel launched initial strikes against Iran alongside the United States and is involved in separate talks with Lebanon amid ongoing regional tensions.
May 04, 2026 · 139 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is mentioned as a location where Iranian-backed armed groups equipped with drones are based, contributing to regional instability.
Israel: Israel is involved in the conflict, launching major strikes with the United States against Iran and engaging in a side conflict with Lebanon, resulting in casualties and continued hostilities despite a ceasefire.
May 17, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is mentioned as a location for potential Kurdish mobilizations and a proposed ground invasion of Iran, contributing to regional instability.
Israel: Israel was involved in a short-lived idea to back a Kurdish militant ground invasion of Iran from Iraq, which Turkey helped quash.
May 13, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is a country to which the United Arab Emirates has banned its citizens from traveling, citing regional developments.
Israel: Israel is involved in the US-Israeli war with Iran, and Iran has launched drones and missiles at Israel during the conflict. Halting Israeli attacks on Lebanon is a key issue in the ceasefire understanding.
Apr 30, 2026 · 20 articles
International
Iraq: The United States imposed sanctions on Iraq's deputy oil minister and three militia leaders over their alleged support for Iran.
Israel: Israel killed a Hezbollah commander in an airstrike on Beirut, an action that is a key Iranian demand in negotiations with the United States.
Apr 22, 2026 · 36 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq, through its officials and Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, played a key role in negotiating the release of Shelly Kittleson from Kata ib Hezbollah.
Israel: Israel is mentioned in the context of the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, which Kata ib Hezbollah cited as a reason for their actions.
Apr 07, 2026 · 116 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq has cut deals with Iran to ship oil and liquefied natural gas, contributing to Iran's firming control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel: Israel, a US ally, is fighting Iran-backed Hezbollah militants in Lebanon, which is a point of contention in the US-Iran conflict.
May 12, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Iraq: The Iraqi Prime Minister-Designate Ali al-Zaidi had a phone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, indicating diplomatic engagement in the region.
Israel: Israel jointly launched military strikes with the United States against Iran and is prepared to deploy its air power eastward toward Iran if necessary, indicating its involvement in the regional tensions.
May 05, 2026 · 10 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq was among the regional counterparts with whom Abbas Araghchi held calls to brief on Iran's latest initiatives to end the war.
Israel: Israel is a US ally and was involved in the initial strikes against Iran. New fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has also broken out, adding another layer of conflict to the region.
Apr 27, 2026 · 50 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq's prime minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi was in a call with Masoud Pezeshkian where Iran's stance on negotiations was reiterated.
Israel: Israel is a US ally involved in the initial strikes that sparked the war, with its military remaining on high alert and ready to deploy forces eastward if required.
May 06, 2026 · 31 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq was subjected to bombing during Operation Desert Fox under Bill Clinton's presidency.
Israel: Israel's strategic goals influenced George W. Bush's wars, and its military dominance was ensured by Barack Obama's administration through a significant military aid pledge. Donald Trump also gave Israel a 'green light' to violate international law in Palestine.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is almost wholly reliant on the Strait of Hormuz for oil shipments, highlighting its vulnerability to the strait's closure.
Israel: Israel's involvement in an air and naval campaign against Iran contributed to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, indirectly influencing the United Arab Emirates' pipeline project.
May 15, 2026 · 20 articles
International
Iraq: Basra, Iraq, is the destination for a Malta-flagged vessel, as its ports are not under the U.S. blockade.
Israel: Israel is involved in a parallel conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon, which complicates the US-Iran peace talks. Israel has continued strikes in Lebanon, asserting these operations are not covered by the ceasefire.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is included in the travel ban issued by the United Arab Emirates due to regional instability.
Israel: Israel's military has reported casualties in southern Lebanon due to attacks by Hezbollah and has struck military structures used by the group, indicating ongoing conflict despite a ceasefire.
Apr 30, 2026 · 55 articles
International
Iraq: The United States imposed sanctions on Iraq's deputy oil minister and three militia leaders over their alleged support for Iran, indicating continued US pressure in the region.
Israel: Israel has been involved in conflict with Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, and a halt to Israeli strikes is a key Iranian demand in negotiations, linking the broader regional tensions to the US-Iran peace talks.
May 06, 2026 · 98 articles
International
Iraq: Iraqi crude oil was being transported by a Chinese supertanker that sailed through the Strait of Hormuz after being stranded.
Israel: Israel was involved in strikes alongside the United States that led to Iran's initial restrictions on transit in the Strait of Hormuz.
May 14, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is mentioned as a country where faith is manipulated to justify power or grievance, deepening cycles of retribution.
Israel: Israel is mentioned in the context of societal fragmentation and religious instrumentalization fueling cycles of brutality.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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