Iraq & United States — Republican Party (United States)
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Iraq: Iraq has seen US troop deaths and Iranian attacks, while hosting US forces and mediating between the sides.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Republicans are divided over the war, with some supporting Trump and others questioning the costs and strategy.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
International
Iraq: Sovereignty violated by U.S.-Saudi strikes; government condemned attacks and denied prior approval. Struggles to balance ties with U.S. and Iran.
United States — Republican Party (United States): High gasoline prices threaten Republican prospects in midterm elections.
Jul 09, 2026 · 325 articles
International
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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Faces political risk from high fuel prices ahead of midterms.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): United States — Republican Party (United States) fear economic pain caused by the Iran war could spark voter backlash and cost them control of the House and Senate in midterm elections.
May 05, 2026 · 374 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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The United States — Republican Party (United States) is under pressure due to soaring energy prices, which are hurting its prospects in upcoming congressional elections, linking the geopolitical event to domestic politics.
May 07, 2026 · 362 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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The United States — Republican Party (United States) is facing internal divisions and political pressure due to Donald Trump's influence, especially in primary races where he backs challengers against incumbents like Thomas Massie.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The prolonged conflict and high gas prices could hurt Republicans in midterm elections.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The Republican Party faces criticism and internal divisions over President Donald Trump's Iran deal, with some members expressing dissatisfaction that the agreement does not fully achieve the war's initial objectives.
Apr 20, 2026 · 390 articles
International
Iraq: Prime Minister visited Tehran to mediate; border crossing with Iran was struck by US missiles.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Republicans face political pressure ahead of midterm elections due to high gasoline prices and the unpopular war.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq was the location of a separate incident where a U.S. soldier died during a controlled detonation.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Rising living costs and the war pose political risks to the Republican Party ahead of midterm elections, potentially losing House and Senate majorities.
Jul 22, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Iraq: Host to Iranian-backed militias and US forces, facing drone attacks. Its stability is important for regional oil supply.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The Republican Party faces political pressure from the unpopular war ahead of midterms, influencing Trump's decisions.
Feb 08, 2026 · 380 articles
International
Iraq: Location where US service member was killed during controlled detonation of Iranian drone.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The Republican Party faces potential political liability from rising gas prices and the unpopular war ahead of midterm elections.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The Republican Party faces political risk from the unpopular war and rising gasoline prices ahead of midterm elections.
Apr 20, 2026 · 1031 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq's foreign minister was contacted by Iran's Foreign Minister, indicating its peripheral involvement in diplomatic discussions related to the conflict.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Some members of the United States — Republican Party (United States)>>> are critical of the emerging deal with Iran>>>, fearing it may embolden Iran>>> and negatively impact their political standing in upcoming midterm elections.
May 18, 2026 · 309 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>>>.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Some members of the United States — Republican Party (United States)>>> are critical of the emerging deal with Iran>>>, fearing it may embolden Iran>>> and negatively impact their political standing in upcoming midterm elections.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq's foreign minister was contacted by Iran's Foreign Minister, indicating its peripheral involvement in diplomatic discussions related to the conflict.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Some members of the United States — Republican Party (United States)>>> are critical of the emerging deal with Iran>>>, fearing it may embolden Iran>>> and negatively impact their political standing in upcoming midterm elections.
May 24, 2026 · 104 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq>>> is where militia allied to Iran>>> operate, from which drones have been launched at Saudi Arabia>>> and the United Arab Emirates>>>.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The United States — Republican Party (United States)>>> faces political risks in the upcoming midterm elections due to the war's impact on voter concerns about the cost of living and gasoline prices.
May 02, 2026 · 472 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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Spiking energy prices due to the conflict pose political problems for the United States — Republican Party (United States)>>> ahead of midterm elections.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Iraq: Iraq has faced drone attacks on officials, and U.S. forces are withdrawing, adding to regional instability.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Trump's party, facing midterm elections; the war's unpopularity may affect their electoral prospects.
Aug 02, 2026 · 162 articles
International
Iraq: Iraqi Muslim women protested against US and Israeli attacks on multiple cities across Iran.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The United States — Republican Party (United States) faces potential voter backlash due to rising gasoline prices caused by the Strait of Hormuz blockade, putting pressure on Donald Trump.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
Iraq: Iran-affiliated groups in Iraq launched drones at Saudi Arabia; Iraq is a site of proxy activity.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Republican Party faces midterm headwinds due to war unpopularity.
Jul 21, 2026 · 153 articles
Domestic
Iraq: Dick Cheney was a key advocate for the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
Nov 04, 2025 · 7 articles
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