Iraq seeks alternative routes as Strait of Hormuz remains vital to oil exports

Nawar Faeq
Press TV, Baghdad

The Strait of Hormuz remains a vital lifeline for Iraq’s economy, with the country heavily reliant on oil exports passing through the strategic waterway. As regional tensions disrupt maritime traffic and the closure of the strait raises further concerns, Baghdad is exploring alternative routes to protect its exports while seeking to ensure the safe passage of Iraqi oil tankers.