Iraq & Kuwait
112 shared events · Importance 15 · Last updated May 14, 2026
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Iraq: Iraq is a key battleground for Iran-backed militias launching attacks on Gulf states, and its territory has been subjected to retaliatory strikes from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. Its government is accused of failing to control these groups.
Kuwait: Kuwait launched retaliatory rocket attacks into Iraq against Iran-backed militias and protested cross-border attacks and the storming of its consulate, indicating its direct involvement in the conflict.
May 13, 2026 · 12 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait has lodged formal protests with Iraq over attacks launched by militias operating from Iraqi territory.
Apr 21, 2026 · 22 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait, as a Gulf Arab country, experienced significant crude production losses and a sharp decline in jet fuel exports, with its heavier crude fields requiring months for restoration.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait participated in the OPEC online meeting and is affected by the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
May 03, 2026 · 19 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq's oil exports have been throttled by the Strait of Hormuz closure, leading to significant cuts in its crude oil output.
Kuwait: Kuwait's oil exports have been throttled by the Strait of Hormuz closure, impacting its ability to raise production.
May 02, 2026 · 31 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq closed its airspace due to the conflict, and Virgin Atlantic announced it would avoid flying over Iraq.
Kuwait: Kuwait experienced missile attacks, including one reportedly hitting the American embassy compound, and its airspace was closed. Three American F-15E Strike Eagles were shot down in a friendly fire incident by Kuwait.
Feb 28, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Iraq: Iraq is one of the countries connected by the Fibre in the Gulf (FIG) subsea cable system, benefiting from enhanced data flow.
Kuwait: Kuwait is one of the countries connected by the Fibre in the Gulf (FIG) subsea cable system, benefiting from enhanced data flow.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is identified as a major source of heavier crude oil needed for bunker fuel, and its prolonged cutoff contributes to shortages.
Kuwait: Kuwait is identified as a major source of heavier crude oil needed for bunker fuel, and its prolonged cutoff contributes to shortages.
May 12, 2026 · 8 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait has launched retaliatory strikes into Iraq as part of the broader military responses in the region.
May 13, 2026 · 13 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait is a Gulf producer whose oil supply is connected to global markets via the Strait of Hormuz. Kuwait also reported missile and drone attacks.
Apr 08, 2026 · 19 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait, as an OPEC Gulf producer, has suffered export losses due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, highlighting the regional impact of the Iran war on oil shipments.
Apr 28, 2026 · 222 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.
Kuwait: Kuwait activated its air defense systems to intercept incoming Iranian missiles and drones, indicating its direct exposure to the regional conflict and the associated security risks.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is almost wholly reliant on the Strait of Hormuz for oil shipments, highlighting its vulnerability to the strait's closure.
Kuwait: Kuwait is almost wholly reliant on the Strait of Hormuz for oil shipments, highlighting its vulnerability to the strait's closure.
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.
Kuwait: The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry reported fresh strikes by Iran and its proxies, indicating continued regional tensions.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
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