West Texas Intermediate & Iraq
75 shared events · Importance 8 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate futures rose sharply as hopes for a peace deal in the US-Israeli war on Iran dimmed and regional tensions increased following the drone attack on the United Arab Emirates' nuclear facility.
Iraq: Drones were launched from Iraq against the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf countries. Iraq's government denies detecting these launches, but the presence of Iranian-backed militia groups within its borders suggests a potential source for the attacks, impacting its international relations.
May 16, 2026 · 262 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude rose to $85.70, tracking Brent higher on Hormuz uncertainty.
Iraq: Iraq approved alternative export mechanisms to bypass Hormuz, mitigating some supply disruption.
Aug 17, 2026 · 33 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: Rose to $87.06, up 5.66% on the week, reflecting similar supply concerns.
Iraq: Supply curtailment from Iraq adds to global oil supply tightness.
Aug 21, 2026 · 6 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: Rose sharply alongside Brent on escalation fears.
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
West Texas Intermediate: WTI prices also rose significantly, impacting US energy markets and consumers.
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
Business
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude prices also declined, trading around $68.49/barrel.
Iraq: Iraq is pressing for higher quotas to compensate for war losses and has considered leaving OPEC.
Mar 09, 2018 · 108 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude also rose sharply, following Brent, as the conflict disrupted oil supply expectations.
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
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude fell 1.38% to $85.86, mirroring Brent's decline amid profit-taking and geopolitical tensions.
Iraq: Iraq received permission for its oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, easing its oil exports amid regional tensions.
Aug 23, 2026 · 14 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: US oil benchmark that rose sharply, tracking Brent's gains amid Middle East tensions.
Iraq: Prime Minister visited Tehran to mediate; border crossing with Iran was struck by US missiles.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI prices have also risen sharply, reflecting the impact of the conflict on US oil markets.
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
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude prices rose to $80.40, a one-month high, reflecting the same supply concerns.
Iraq: Location where US service member was killed during controlled detonation of Iranian drone.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices have risen, mirroring the global trend in oil prices due to the Iran war.
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
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude price rose nearly 5% to $88 on the day of the signing.
Iraq: Iraq secures over $60 billion in investment to boost its oil sector and develop alternative export routes, reducing dependence on the Strait of Hormuz.
Jul 17, 2026 · 33 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate>>> crude prices have spiked due to the conflict and the effective shuttering of the Strait of Hormuz>>>, reflecting the market's reaction to supply concerns.
Iraq: Iraq is the territory from which drone attacks on Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant, originated, with Iran backing groups accused of these attacks.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude dropped over 5% to around $84 per barrel, tracking Brent lower on the US-Iran pause. The decline eases inflationary pressures but remains vulnerable to supply disruptions.
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
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices rose due to concerns over restricted energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, indicating market volatility.
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.
Apr 08, 2026 · 19 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude rose in tandem with Brent, reflecting supply disruptions.
Iraq: Iraq has seen US troop deaths and Iranian attacks, while hosting US forces and mediating between the sides.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude rose to $84.68, reflecting supply disruption fears.
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
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude has also risen sharply, reflecting the global impact of the conflict on oil markets.
Iraq: Iraq has been used as a staging ground for drone attacks on US forces and has attempted to mediate between the US and Iran.
Apr 20, 2026 · 1031 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices have also fallen to pre-war levels, reflecting the improved outlook for oil supply following the partial reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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
West Texas Intermediate: US oil benchmark; also rose on supply worries.
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
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have also been affected by the US-Iran conflict, experiencing volatility and price increases due to supply concerns related to the Strait of Hormuz.
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
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate futures climbed due to supply anxieties, with prices potentially reaching well above pre-war levels.
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.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: US West Texas Intermediate crude futures also fell significantly, mirroring the market's reaction to the US-Iran interim deal and the improved global supply 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
West Texas Intermediate: US oil benchmark; its price has also declined on hopes of a deal, impacting energy markets.
Iraq: Site of US strikes on Iran-backed militias; its territory is used for attacks on Saudi Arabia and US forces.
Apr 08, 2026 · 321 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI prices are elevated due to the Hormuz closure, impacting inflation and markets.
Iraq: Iraq hosts Iranian-backed militias and has been subject to US strikes, making it a flashpoint.
Jun 16, 2026 · 349 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate>>> crude prices have climbed as a result of the escalating conflict and supply concerns, reflecting the broader impact on global oil markets.
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
International
West Texas Intermediate: The prospect of a peace deal between the United States>>> and Iran>>> has led to a significant drop in West Texas Intermediate>>> prices, indicating market relief over potential oil supply stability.
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
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices fell on hopes of a U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension, which could alleviate supply concerns and reduce upward price pressure.
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
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude rose above $72 per barrel, tracking Brent higher amid supply disruption fears.
Iraq: Iraq hosted Khamenei's funeral ceremonies in Najaf and Karbala.
Mar 09, 2018 · 1197 articles
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