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Iraq & The Wall Street Journal

20 shared events · Importance 4 · Last updated Aug 01, 2026

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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.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> closed higher despite choppy markets, indicating a complex reaction to the ceasefire hopes and renewed fighting risks.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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Iraq: Iraq's foreign minister was contacted by Iran's Foreign Minister, indicating its peripheral involvement in diplomatic discussions related to the conflict.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> closed higher despite choppy markets, indicating a complex reaction to the ceasefire hopes and renewed fighting risks.
May 18, 2026 · 309 articles
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Iraq: Iraqi Muslim women protested against US and Israeli attacks on multiple cities across Iran.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal>>> closed higher despite choppy markets, indicating a complex reaction to the ceasefire hopes and renewed fighting risks.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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Iraq: Iraq>>> has been involved in oil export deals with Iran>>> and has seen drone attacks on Saudi Arabia>>> reportedly originating from its territory.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal reported on the United States' efforts to enlist other countries to help restore safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
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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.
The Wall Street Journal: WSJ interviewed Trump on munitions.
Jul 08, 2026 · 472 articles
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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.
The Wall Street Journal: The Wall Street Journal reported on the United States' efforts to enlist other countries to help restore safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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Iraq: Iran-affiliated groups in Iraq launched drones at Saudi Arabia; Iraq is a site of proxy activity.
The Wall Street Journal: WSJ reported on Iran moving centrifuges to Pickaxe Mountain.
Jul 21, 2026 · 153 articles
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