Iraq & Israel Katz
41 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026
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Iraq: Iraq relies on Iran's facilitation for oil transit through the Strait of Hormuz, making it vulnerable to disruptions.
Israel Katz: Israel's defense minister criticized US Ambassador's remarks on Golan Heights, highlighting US-Israel disagreements.
Aug 22, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq closed its airspace due to the conflict, and Virgin Atlantic announced it would avoid flying over Iraq.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, described the attacks on Iran as being done 'to remove threats' and warned that Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem is a 'target for elimination'.
Feb 28, 2026 · 6 articles
International
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.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, stated that Israel will not withdraw from land seized in Lebanon and threatened strong retaliation if Iran attacks Israel, complicating the US-Iran peace deal.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
International
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.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's Defence Minister, has declared that the Israeli military will not withdraw from its positions in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza indefinitely, directly opposing the US-Iran peace framework.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
International
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.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, stated Israel would continue operations in Lebanon, indicating ongoing military presence and actions.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq has welcomed the planned reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, indicating a positive impact on its regional interests and trade.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, the Israeli Defense Minister, has stated that Israel expects Donald Trump to uphold key Israeli interests, including weakening Iran's missile program and proxy network. He has warned that Israel could still act independently toward Iran and would not withdraw from occupied zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza.
Jun 12, 2026 · 429 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.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, the Israeli defense minister, vowed to continue targeting top-ranking Iranian officials following the killing of Maj. Gen. Majid Khademi, indicating an escalation in Israel's military strategy.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq>>> has been involved in oil export deals with Iran>>> and has seen drone attacks on Saudi Arabia>>> reportedly originating from its territory.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israeli Defense Minister, warned of potential further action against Iran to achieve war objectives.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
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.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israeli Defense Minister, warned of potential further action against Iran to achieve war objectives.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq-based militia groups allied with Iran have attacked Kuwait, contributing to the regional instability.
Israel Katz: Israel's defense minister renewed threats to strike Iran, stating the military is ready to 'reestablish aerial superiority'.
Jul 10, 2026 · 23 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq closed its airspace over the western part of the country following the escalation of hostilities between Iran>>> and Israel>>>. Iran>>> also struck 'terrorist group headquarters' in Iraq's Kurdistan Region.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, the Israeli Defence Minister, insisted on continuing the campaign in Lebanon against Hezbollah and rejected Iran's threats, indicating Israel's firm stance on its military operations.
Jun 07, 2026 · 398 articles
International
Iraq: Iraqi Muslim women protested against US and Israeli attacks on multiple cities across Iran.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, stated Israel would continue operations in Lebanon, indicating ongoing military presence and actions.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
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>>>.
Israel Katz: As the Israeli defense minister, Israel Katz>>> stated that Israel>>> had established a permanent presence in southern Lebanon>>> by capturing Beaufort Castle.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq is mentioned as part of the 'Resistance Front' allied with Iran, indicating its peripheral involvement in the broader regional conflict.
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israeli Defence Minister, ordered attacks on southern Beirut alongside Benjamin Netanyahu.
Jun 01, 2026 · 50 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq intercepted a drone over Irbil, but this is a separate incident, with minimal impact on the main event.
Israel Katz: Israel's defense minister is dealing with West Bank issues, unrelated to the main event.
Aug 08, 2026 · 174 articles
International
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, the Israeli Defence Minister, confirmed Israel's military involvement in strikes against Iran and highlighted the economic significance of the targeted petrochemical facility.
Mar 30, 2026 · 84 articles
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