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Oil edges up on uncertainty over exports through Hormuz

Oil prices climbed for a fourth day due to supply uncertainty. Investors weighed conflicting messages from Tehran and Washington on the Strait of Hormuz. Iraq approved new export routes to avoid the critical waterway amid the ongoing conflict. Chinese shipping giants stopped using Hormuz and Bab al-Mandeb straits. US crude…

The Economic Times

Iraq’s ghost villages: Islamic State drove people away – now a new enemy is preventing their return

Nearly a decade after fighting ended in northern Iraq, the climate crisis has brought extreme heat and a water shortage, making life almost impossible

The Guardian - UK

Iraq to probe drone attack on Kurdistan PM's office

Iraq will investigate a drone attack on the Kurdistan prime minister's office. Iran denied involvement and called the incident a ploy to harm relations. Kurdistan authorities blamed Tehran for the drone strikes on government buildings. The region has faced over a thousand attacks since the Middle East war began. This…

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Iran working to finalize Hormuz agreement with Oman, and other news from the Middle East

Iran says it is working to finalize a joint statement with Oman on a plan to manage the transit of ships through the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

How Trump bypassed Iran's negotiators and used Kurdistan's Barzani to contact IRGC

The Donald Trump administration took an unusual route in its efforts to end the war with Iran, turning to Iraq’s Kurdistan President Nechirvan Barzani as a backchannel to the powerful and raging Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) after long-running Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death in American-Israeli strikes, according to…

The Times of India

Family Celebration Takes A Dark Turn As Marine Vet Gets Brain Damage After Eating Raw Oysters

Joe Belgio survived a tour of duty in Iraq and spent years running into burning buildings as a firefighter. He went out for a celebratory dinner with his family in June 2025, ordered oysters, and has not come home since. He is bedridden, permanently brain-damaged, and has over a million…

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After 23 years, US to pull out last troops from Iraq by September 30

The US is on course to withdraw its remaining troops from Iraq by September 30, according to US and Iraqi officials, ending a military presence that began with the 2003 invasion.

The Times of India

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OPEC oil output rises further in July led by Gulf producers, Reuters survey shows

In July, OPEC made a remarkable recovery by increasing oil production to 19.85 million barrels per day. Gulf nations resumed supplies that were previously disrupted, while Iraq reported significant production gains. Iran also managed to increase its exports, though a U.S. blockade eventually hampered shipments. Meanwhile, Libya continued to pump…

The Economic Times

'Missile for missile, fire for fire': Iraq militia vows retaliation against US, Saudi Arabia

Harakat Hezbollah al-Nujaba militia, has vowed to retaliate against the United States and Saudi Arabia over joint strikes last month that killed members of Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF), an Iran-backed paramilitary group.

The Times of India

More exporters leveraging benefits of free trade pacts: Govt

In 2025-26, India's ten largest import partner countries were China, UAE, Russia, US, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Hong Kong, Switzerland, Singapore and Japan, as per govt data.

The Economic Times

Reliance Industries books supertanker at record $23-25 million freight to lift Iraqi crude

Reliance Industries paid a record sum to charter a supertanker for Iraqi crude oil. This reflects a limited vessel pool and soaring voyage costs in the Gulf. Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains below average levels. Iraq offers steep discounts on its crude to attract buyers. Several refiners…

The Economic Times

Vessel traffic through Hormuz dwindles this week as markets watch Iran-Oman talks

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has significantly decreased this week. Markets are closely watching Iran and Oman talks for waterway reopening signs. Several Chinese and Indian refiners seek discounted crude oil from Iraq. However, shipowners remain wary of entering the waterway due to risks. Meanwhile, traffic through the…

The Economic Times

Iran war renews concerns about lasting toll of traumatic brain injuries to US troops

US service members face lasting traumatic brain injuries from recent conflicts. Many soldiers experience symptoms like headaches and memory loss for years. Doctors cannot predict who will suffer long-term effects from these injuries. The military has improved screening and treatment for these signature wounds. Early intervention and therapies offer hope…

The Economic Times

Iran war renews concerns about the lasting toll of traumatic brain injuries to US troops

Military officials say the majority of American troops wounded in the Iran war have suffered traumatic brain injuries

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Washington removes sanctions on Iraq's Fly Baghdad airline

The United States has lifted sanctions against Fly Baghdad airline. This action followed an administrative reconsideration process by the US Treasury. The airline demonstrated significant operational changes which warranted the removal of sanctions. However, sanctions remain in place against the company's previously identified owner. This decision does not signify a…

The Independent UK

Millions join Arbaeen pilgrimage in Iraq amid regional tensions and fears of US-Iran escalation

Millions of Shiite Muslims are observing the annual Arbaeen pilgrimage in Karbala, Iraq, despite regional tensions and fears of escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump warns Tehran will be ‘hit very hard’ unless Hormuz reopens

Trump said the agreement would include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran’s nuclear program

The Independent UK

Pilgrims converge on Iraq's city of Karbala for the annual Arbaeen religious gathering, in photos

Millions of Shiite Muslim pilgrims are making their way to the Iraqi holy city of Karbala ahead of Arbaeen, one of the world’s largest annual religious gatherings.

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The Independent UK

Lioness: The real military program that inspired Taylor Sheridan’s hit — and why it got shut down

The real-life Task Force Lioness was established during the Iraq War

The Times of India

The week that was in international affairs: Saudi joins US strikes in Iraq, Ukraine targets Russian e-commerce giant

Welcome back to another edition of My Take 5. This week we are covering the expanding scope of the US-Iran war before Trump’s sudden halt to the strikes, again; Ukraine’s targeting of Russian e-commerce company Wildberries and why this matters; Kazakh President Tokayev’s plain-speak to Putin; migrant rush at Spanish…

International Business Times

Iraq Is Struggling To Get Its Oil Through The Hormuz Strait. It's Offering Millions In Discounts To Those Daring To Take It

Iraq's state oil marketer is offering millions in discounts to potential buyers daring to load up its crude and take it through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Guardian - UK

Decades on from the US’s disastrous campaign in Afghanistan, Trump is making all the same mistakes

The president has blundered into a ‘forever war’ with Iran he can’t win, but refuses to end. Such hubris has a long history, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall

The National (Scotland)

America’s Iran onslaught is also dragging it back into war in Iraq

LIKE some ghostly mirage, their convoy of trucks appeared out of the dust thrown up by the desert. Within minutes, they had pulled up on the…

The Economic Times

US-Iran war: Saudi Arabia concerned about Trump’s strike plan on Tehran, Axios reports

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged President Trump to avoid massive strikes on Iran. He expressed concern over potential conflict escalation and sought clarity on US plans. Riyadh consistently advocates de-escalation despite recent joint strikes in Iraq. Other regional powers are also increasing diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation.…

International Business Times

China Sent Iran Shoulder-Fired Missiles by Land After Xi Denied It to Trump

China Iran missiles deal: Beijing arranged delivery of up to 400 shoulder-fired air-defense missiles to Iran through a Pakistan land corridor, contradicting Xi Jinping's personal assurance to Trump and exposing the gap the US naval blockade cannot close, as the US and Israel weigh whether to attempt a comprehensive land…

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