Iraq Seeks Special Status for Oil Exports Through Blocked Strait of Hormuz

The President of the Iraqi Parliament, Haibat al Halbusi, has requested that his Iranian counterpart, Mohamad Baqer Qalibaf, grant Iraq a 'special status' to export its crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz. This request comes as Iran currently blocks the strait amid negotiations with Oman over maritime traffic management.

Halbusi emphasized that Iraq is one of the countries most affected by the regional conflict triggered in late February following the US and Israeli offensive against Iran. He claimed that strengthening parliamentary diplomacy and expanding areas of cooperation between the two nations would benefit their mutual interests.

Qalibaf met with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi during his visit, who expressed gratitude for Iran's supportive stance in fighting the Islamic State in Iraqi territory and highlighted the depth of relations between the two countries.