Top Iranian diplomat informs Lavrov about steps toward deescalation in Middle East

Trump paused attacks on Iran to make space for talks, US ambassador says

Analysis26-07-2026Production and Export of Oil in Iran, Iraq, and the Kurdistan Region in the Shadow of WarThe continuation of the war between the US and Iran has posed a serious threat to oil and gas infrastructure, transport routes, and foreign investment and has simultaneously placed the global energy market and energy security under severe pressure. Nevertheless, Iran's oil production and export levels have remained higher and experienced fewer disruptions compared to Iraq and the Kurdistan

KRG to review proposed fuel price hike in Monday meeting: Source The proposals include raising the prices of both Improved and Super gasoline by 300 Iraqi dinars per liter, the source explained. Based on the proposal, Super gasoline would rise to 1,500 Iraqi dinars per liter, while Improved gasoline would increase to 1,300 Iraqi dinars per liter.

Temperatures ease across Iraq as winds raise dust

Iraq currency exchange rates – July 26, 2026