Iraq Seeks Special Status for Oil Exports Through Hormuz
The parliament speaker of Iraq, Haibat al-Halbousi, requested special status for Iraqi oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz during a meeting with his Iranian counterpart, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf.
The talks took place in Baghdad on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Al-Halbousi's office released a statement confirming the discussion but provided no further details.