Iraq says it issued tenders to export oil via ports in Syria and Jordan

Iraq's issuance of tenders to export oil via ports in Syria and Jordan signals a strategic move to diversify its export routes.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 16 Mar 2026, 12:54 UTCOn the live feed at 12:34 UTC — 8 more headlines followed before this page went public

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This could impact global supply dynamics, particularly for WTI and Brent prices, depending on how significant these exports become relative to Iraq's overall production capacity. Market participants should monitor how this affects inventory levels and potential price adjustments in the commodities market.

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