Iraq–Turkey Energy Links: Iraq and Türkiye are nearing a one-year extension of their 1973 Kirkuk–Ceyhan crude pipeline deal, due to expire July 27, as Baghdad leans on northern exports amid Strait of Hormuz disruption. Regional Security & Iran Tensions: Trump escalated threats against Iran after calls for his killing surfaced during Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral, while Iran and the US traded accusations over the Strait of Hormuz and sanctions. Anti-Corruption Push: Iraq’s Finance Ministry says any plan to repay corruption funds must fully recover state money, while the Supreme Judicial Council coordinates legal mechanisms to ease judicial measures for those who voluntarily return stolen funds—sparking clerical rejection. Power Crisis: Iraq may need 20–25 million solar panels to add roughly 12 GW and close a widening electricity gap, as demand surges and generation lags. Displacement Shift: Iraq’s displacement patterns are moving from war-driven flight toward climate and water-scarcity pressures. Iraq–Syria–US Pipeline Plan: Iraq, Syria and the US are reportedly preparing to unveil a revived Mediterranean pipeline project aimed at reducing Iran’s leverage over Hormuz. Hamas Calls for Restraint: Hamas urged Iran to avoid targeting neighbouring countries while calling for an end to the wider war. Germany in Erbil: Germany plans to close its Erbil military base by end of September, following US withdrawal steps.