AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoIraq’s 2026 Budget Under Pressure: Iraq is facing unprecedented fiscal strain as oil export disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz hit revenues, while parliament has repeatedly failed to pass a budget on time, leaving the government reliant on emergency spending and raising IMF concerns about inflation, external balances, and public finances. World Cup Build-Up in Philadelphia: Iraq’s national team arrived in Philadelphia for a Group I clash with France, with fans welcoming the squad ahead of a must-improve performance after a 4-1 opening loss to Norway. US-Iran Talks and Hormuz Risk: JD Vance and Iranian negotiators are in Switzerland to implement a US-Iran MoU, but Iran’s renewed threats around the Strait of Hormuz keep energy-market uncertainty alive. Anti-Corruption Push: Iraq’s Integrity Commission says it is reviewing government contracts and pursuing corruption cases, following a reshuffle that also touched financial and security agencies. Kurdistan Domestic Violence Update: In Iraq’s Kurdistan Region, psychological abuse remains the most common domestic violence category, with rising marriage and divorce registrations reported for 2024-2025. Oil Market Spillover: India’s refiners boosted Russian crude imports in June and leaned on UAE supplies as Hormuz reopening expectations shaped sourcing decisions.
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