Iraq foreign minister Hussein said current developments suggest the Middle East
could again erupt into war. He said Iraq has lost about $60 billion after oil
exports via the Strait of Hormuz were halted; following an agreement with the US
and Iran Iraq has resumed oil exports through the strait. Hussein said the US
has formally requested closure of all Iraq–Iran land border crossings except two
crossings. Iraq has told Iran it seeks a friendly partnership but rejects
interference, and there are signs external actors are using Iraqi territory to
strike neighboring states.
