United States — Federal Reserve & Iraq
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United States — Federal Reserve: Markets priced in a rate hike as oil spike revived inflation fears; probability of a September hike rose.
Iraq: Prime Minister visited Tehran to mediate; border crossing with Iran was struck by US missiles.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to raise rates to combat inflation from higher oil prices, affecting markets.
Iraq: Iraq's oil exports are constrained by the Hormuz closure, reducing revenues. It is seeking alternative pipeline routes and has signed agreements with US firms to boost energy infrastructure.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is under pressure to raise interest rates due to persistent inflation driven by the Iran war, though it is currently expected to hold rates steady.
Iraq: Iraq is one of the Persian Gulf producers whose oil supplies have been disrupted by the Strait of Hormuz closure, and it has struck arrangements with Iran to move oil.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to raise rates due to oil-driven inflation; Fed Governor Christopher hinted at near-term hikes, impacting bond yields.
Iraq: Location where US service member was killed during controlled detonation of Iranian drone.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure from rising oil prices and inflation, with traders pricing in a possible rate hike. Its decision is complicated by the conflict's economic impact.
Iraq: Iraq is a battleground where U.S.-Saudi strikes hit Iran-backed militias, killing at least 20 fighters. The Iraqi government denounced the strikes as a violation of sovereignty, straining its relations with both sides.
Feb 08, 2026 · 308 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to raise rates due to elevated oil prices, potentially slowing economic growth.
Iraq: Sovereignty violated by U.S.-Saudi strikes; government condemned attacks and denied prior approval. Struggles to balance ties with U.S. and Iran.
Jul 09, 2026 · 325 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed may be affected by inflation from oil prices, but has not directly acted.
Iraq: Iraq hosts US forces and has been a site of drone attacks, while also being involved in funeral ceremonies for Khamenei.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces increased rate hike bets due to inflation pressures from higher oil prices. Traders see a 33-36% chance of a hike at the upcoming meeting.
Iraq: Iraq reported drone attacks on camps housing Iranian opposition groups, and drones were launched from its territory targeting Saudi Arabia. It is a staging ground for Iran-backed militias.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Fed faces inflation pressures from higher oil prices, potentially tightening policy.
Iraq: Iraq has seen US troop deaths and Iranian attacks, while hosting US forces and mediating between the sides.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
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United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is mulling interest rate hikes to counter inflation, which has been exacerbated by the Iran war and higher energy prices. Its monetary policy decisions are influenced by the economic impact of the conflict.
Iraq: Iraq's foreign minister was contacted by Iran's Foreign Minister, indicating its peripheral involvement in diplomatic discussions related to the conflict.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure to raise rates due to conflict-driven inflation.
Iraq: Iraq has shot down attack drones over Irbil and condemned the conflict. It hosts US forces and Iran-backed militias.
Apr 20, 2026 · 480 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed faces pressure from rising inflation due to energy prices, with markets pricing a rate hold.
Iraq: Iraq faces drone attacks on its Kurdish region and is working to disarm Iran-backed militias amid the conflict.
Jul 15, 2026 · 445 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's hawkish stance under new chair Warsh has supported the dollar.
Iraq: Iraq has been a location of US operations and a drone disposal incident. Its PM is working to control armed groups.
Apr 20, 2026 · 423 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed is monitoring inflation, with oil prices a key factor in rate decisions.
Iraq: Iraq hosts Iranian-backed militias and has been subject to US strikes, making it a flashpoint.
Jun 16, 2026 · 349 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve, through its Chair Jerome Powell, has expressed concerns about the economic uncertainty caused by the energy shock from the conflict.
Iraq: Iraq>>> has been involved in oil export deals with Iran>>> and has seen drone attacks on Saudi Arabia>>> reportedly originating from its territory.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's reaction to inflation data, influenced by higher energy prices from the US-Iran conflict, will determine interest rate policies, impacting US growth.
Iraq: Iraq>>> was involved in the Tanker War of the 1980s, a historical precedent for the current standoff in the Persian Gulf.
May 19, 2026 · 229 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is assessing the outlook for its policy actions, with some members dissenting on interest rate decisions due to fears of inflation caused by surging energy costs from the blockade.
Iraq: Iraq>>> is where militia allied to Iran>>> operate, from which drones have been launched at Saudi Arabia>>> and the United Arab Emirates>>>.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed may face pressure to raise rates if oil-driven inflation persists, affecting monetary policy.
Iraq: Iraq hosted Khamenei's funeral ceremonies in Najaf and Karbala.
Mar 09, 2018 · 1197 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The Fed's rate stance is watched, with inflation data upcoming. Higher oil prices may influence monetary policy.
Iraq: Affected by regional conflict, with Iran-backed groups and US presence, and included in Trump's compensation demands.
Jul 28, 2026 · 318 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve, through its Chair Jerome Powell, has expressed concerns about the economic uncertainty caused by the energy shock from the conflict.
Iraq: Iraq's Umm Qasr port was the site of an attack on an Oman Shipping Company vessel, indicating the spillover of the conflict into its territory. This highlights the broader regional instability affecting its infrastructure and trade.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve>>> faces a challenge due to rising consumer prices and inflation, which are exacerbated by tariffs and the Iran>>> war.
Iraq: Kuwait repeatedly came under fire from Iranian-backed Shiite militias in Iraq before the April ceasefire.
May 27, 2026 · 338 articles
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United States — Federal Reserve: United States — Federal Reserve>>> rhetoric has been nudged in a more hawkish direction due to resilient U.S. growth and AI-driven inflation pressures, impacting the outlook for the United States>>>.
Iraq: Shiite armed groups in Iraq>>> are among Iran's>>> proxies. The deal includes a commitment for Iran>>> not to interfere in the domestic affairs of countries in the region, which implicitly affects Iran's>>> support for these groups in Iraq>>>.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's potential monetary policy easing in the coming months is a factor investors are considering, alongside the US-Iran deal, in their market outlook.
Iraq: Iraq is a major Gulf producer whose oil exports transit through the Strait of Hormuz. The reopening of the strait is crucial for its energy exports and global market stability.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: Rate hike concerns due to oil price rise.
Iraq: Drones launched from Iraq toward Saudi Arabia; Iraqi PM ordered investigation.
Mar 09, 2018 · 462 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve is holding a meeting on interest rates, a general economic event not directly tied to the US-Iran peace deal.
Iraq: Iraq has been drawn into the Middle East war and is expected to participate in discussions regarding the future management of the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve will hold a policy meeting this week, where it is expected to stand pat on interest rates, a factor investors are watching.
Iraq: Iraqi Muslim women protested against US and Israeli attacks on multiple cities across Iran.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
United States — Federal Reserve: The United States — Federal Reserve's potential rate cuts are being watched, with market odds narrowing due to economic data and inflationary pressures from the oil shock.
Mar 01, 2026 · 42 articles
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