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Israel's military to investigate Gaza attacks, and other major developments in the Middle East

The Israeli military plans a criminal investigation into the killings of a 5-year-old girl and her family, as well as 15 paramedics in Gaza

The Independent UK · Aug 19

In 2004, US soldiers hid a time capsule inside a barracks wall before deploying to Iraq and 19 years later contractors found it during renovations

A forgotten US Army time capsule discovered in late 2022 has now finally gone on public display. It was left inside a Fort McCoy barracks by Kentucky National Guard soldiers before their deployment to Iraq in 2004. Members of the 617th Military Police Company created the makeshift collection shortly before…

The Times of India · Aug 19

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 · Aug 19

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…

Bored Panda · Aug 14

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 · Aug 12

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 · Aug 10

'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 · Aug 9

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 · Aug 7

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 · Aug 7

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 · Aug 7