Iraq is trying to reassert federal control over its fragmented energy sector, using the Hormuz crisis as a catalyst to centralize exports, revenues, and infrastructure.

Iraq faces a critical July 27 deadline as its oil pipeline agreement with Turkey expires, threatening one of its only major export routes after the Strait of Hormuz closure.

Iraq is trying to reassert federal control over its fragmented energy sector, using the Hormuz crisis as a catalyst to centralize exports, revenues, and infrastructure.